Serving 573 students in grades 7-8, Calhoun 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 16:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 573 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Calhoun Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Calhoun, GA school district, covering approximately 15.1 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Calhoun Middle School's student population of 573 students has declined by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
573 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Calhoun 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 Calhoun Middle School is 0.64, 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%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
38%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
46%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.4%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
Showing 2014–2024. Full 26-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 Calhoun Middle School's ranking?
Calhoun 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 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?
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 Calhoun Middle School?
573 students attend Calhoun Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Calhoun Middle School students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 6% 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 16:1, 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 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Calhoun Middle School part of?
Calhoun Middle School is part of Calhoun City School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
This School is great.
5 10/10/2025
nice :D
4 10/10/2025
The Education is top tear, The Teachers are amazing and fun to be around.
5 10/10/2025
My Son loves this school and it is awesome.
5 10/10/2025
Great School.
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