Serving 1,147 students in grades 6-8, Couch Middle School ranks in the top 20% 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 51% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,147 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Couch Middle School serves the southeast part of Grayson, GA, covering an area of approximately 10.7 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 4.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Couch Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Couch Middle School's student population of 1,147 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,147 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Couch Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Couch Middle School is 0.68, 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
#364 out of 2192 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
10%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
25%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
49%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
White
12%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.8%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-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 Couch Middle School's ranking?
Couch Middle School is ranked #364 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Couch Middle School often compared to?
Couch Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bay Creek Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Couch Middle School?
1,147 students attend Couch Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Couch Middle School students are Black, 25% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Couch Middle School?
Couch Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Couch Middle School offer ?
Couch Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Couch Middle School part of?
Couch Middle School is part of Gwinnett County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I love couch middle school so much it has given me so many opportunities during these past three years and I wouldn't want to go to a different middle school. In the end, I would recommend sending your childern to couch middle school for middle school.
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