Serving 1,039 students in grades 6-8, Berkmar Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,039 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Berkmar Middle School serves the southwest part of Lilburn, GA, covering an area of approximately 5.1 square miles. Most students typically live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 2.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Berkmar Middle School's student population of 1,039 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 80 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,039 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Berkmar Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Berkmar Middle School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1308 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
8%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
77%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Berkmar Middle School's ranking?
Berkmar Middle School is ranked #1308 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Berkmar Middle School?
1,039 students attend Berkmar Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Berkmar Middle School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Berkmar Middle School?
Berkmar Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Berkmar Middle School offer ?
Berkmar Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Berkmar Middle School part of?
Berkmar Middle School is part of Gwinnett County School District.
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