Serving 338 students in grades 6-8, Bowdon Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 338 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Bowdon Middle School serves the west part of Bowdon, GA, covering an area of approximately 107.3 square miles. Most students typically have a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest distance from the school's edge being about 10.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bowdon Middle School's student population of 338 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
338 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
The Tradition Continues
School Rankings
Bowdon Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bowdon Middle School is 0.43, 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
#625 out of 2192 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
10%
20%
Black
10%
36%
White
74%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.6%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bowdon Middle School's ranking?
Bowdon Middle School is ranked #625 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Bowdon Middle School often compared to?
Bowdon Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Middle School, Carrollton Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Bowdon Middle School?
338 students attend Bowdon Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Bowdon Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bowdon Middle School?
Bowdon Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bowdon Middle School offer ?
Bowdon Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bowdon Middle School part of?
Bowdon Middle School is part of Carroll County School District.
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