Serving 834 students in grades 6-8, Chestatee 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 32% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (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 58% 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 834 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Chestatee Middle School serves the west part of Gainesville, GA, covering an area of approximately 58.8 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the farthest edge of the zone being about 7.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chestatee Middle School's student population of 834 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
834 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1999
School Calendar
School Motto
Learn, Lead, Family!
School Rankings
Chestatee 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 Chestatee Middle School is 0.54, 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
#1275 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
54%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
42%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.9%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. 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 Chestatee Middle School's ranking?
Chestatee Middle School is ranked #1275 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Chestatee Middle School often compared to?
Chestatee Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Hall Middle School, Gainesville Middle School East, C. W. Davis Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Chestatee Middle School?
834 students attend Chestatee Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Chestatee Middle School students are Hispanic, 42% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chestatee Middle School?
Chestatee Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Chestatee Middle School offer ?
Chestatee Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chestatee Middle School part of?
Chestatee Middle School is part of Hall County School District.
School Reviews
1 10/10/2025
If you have a child with special needs do not send your child to this school. My child was basically kicked out because they said they never had a student with Board Spectrum Autism, ADHD, Tourette's Syndrome, and anxiety with depression. Not only was he picked on every day for his conditions, we observed that they had no tolerance or the ability to handle a student like this, nor did they want to as he was targeted for removal and to be sent to the alternative middle school because of behavioral problems. My son did not conform to their standards, he is highly intelligent reading at 12-grade levels in 7th grade. What would happen if you sent this type of child to an alternative middle school with children that truly have behavioral issues, he would be picked on even more? This school was absolutely toxic to our special needs child, and I hope you heed our warning!! !Concerned Parent for the future of all special needs children!!!
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