Banks Stephens Middle School serves 528 students in grades 6-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 90% (which was higher than the Georgia state average of 81%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 97% (which was higher than the Georgia state average of 93%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 was higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment was 28% of the student body (majority Black), which was lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
528 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)90%
81%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)97%
93%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
2%
19%
Black
24%
36%
White
72%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 81% GA state average), while 97% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 93% GA state average).
How many students attend Banks Stephens Middle School?
528 students attend Banks Stephens Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Banks Stephens Middle School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Banks Stephens Middle School?
Banks Stephens Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Banks Stephens Middle School offer ?
Banks Stephens Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Banks Stephens Middle School part of?
Banks Stephens Middle School is part of Monroe County School District.
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