Calhoun Middle School serves 938 students in grades 6-8.
Calhoun Middle School placed in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 36%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 938 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Calhoun Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Calhoun Middle School's student population of 938 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
938 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Calhoun Middle School is ranked within the top 20% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Calhoun Middle School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#432 out of 2168 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
36%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
39%

Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%

Hispanic
36%
18%

Black
7%
36%

White
51%
37%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
53%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Calhoun Middle School's ranking?
Calhoun Middle School is ranked #432 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Calhoun Middle School often compared to?
Calhoun Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ashworth Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend Calhoun Middle School?
938 students attend Calhoun Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Calhoun Middle School students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Calhoun Middle School?
Calhoun Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Calhoun Middle School offer ?
Calhoun Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Calhoun Middle School part of?
Calhoun Middle School is part of Calhoun City School District.
School Reviews
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