Serving 1,150 students in grades 6-8, Effingham County Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,150 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Effingham County Middle School serves the northwest part of its school district in Guyton, GA, covering an area of approximately 285.9 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 21.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Effingham County Middle School's student population of 1,150 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 83 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,150 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
83 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Effingham County Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Effingham County Middle School is 0.58, 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
#913 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
12%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
21%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
60%
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)22.3%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-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 Effingham County Middle School's ranking?
Effingham County Middle School is ranked #913 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Effingham County Middle School often compared to?
Effingham County Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Effingham Middle School, Ebenezer Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Effingham County Middle School?
1,150 students attend Effingham County Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Effingham County Middle School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Effingham County Middle School?
Effingham County Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Effingham County Middle School offer ?
Effingham County Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Effingham County Middle School part of?
Effingham County Middle School is part of Effingham County School District.
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