Serving 523 students in grades 6-8, Fairplay 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 41% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% 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: 523 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Fairplay Middle School serves the southwest part of Douglasville, GA, covering an area of approximately 53.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the attendance zone takes about 10 to 12 minutes, with the furthest edge located around 5.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fairplay Middle School's student population of 523 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
523 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Fairplay 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 Fairplay Middle School is 0.65, 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
#686 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Hispanic
13%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Black
32%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
White
48%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.2%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fairplay Middle School's ranking?
Fairplay Middle School is ranked #686 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Fairplay Middle School often compared to?
Fairplay Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mason Creek Middle School, Yeager Middle School, Chapel Hill Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Fairplay Middle School?
523 students attend Fairplay Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Fairplay Middle School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 13% 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 Fairplay Middle School?
Fairplay Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Fairplay Middle School offer ?
Fairplay Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fairplay Middle School part of?
Fairplay Middle School is part of Douglas County School District.
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