Serving 968 students in grades 6-8, Edwards 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 15% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 968 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Edwards Middle School's student population of 968 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
968 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Edwards Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edwards Middle School is 0.56, 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
#1332 out of 2168 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
32%
18%
Black
58%
36%
White
6%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edwards Middle School's ranking?
Edwards Middle School is ranked #1332 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Edwards Middle School often compared to?
Edwards Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Conyers Middle School, Memorial Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend Edwards Middle School?
968 students attend Edwards Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Edwards Middle School students are Black, 32% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Edwards Middle School?
Edwards Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Edwards Middle School offer ?
Edwards Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Edwards Middle School part of?
Edwards Middle School is part of Rockdale County School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Last Day of School (Early Release)
May 24, 2024 (Friday)
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