Serving 1,239 students in grades 6-8, Five Forks Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,239 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Five Forks Middle School serves the southwest part of Lawrenceville, GA, covering an area of approximately 10.8 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 2.2 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 3.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Five Forks Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Five Forks Middle School's student population of 1,239 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 80 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,239 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
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School Calendar
School Rankings
Five Forks 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 Five Forks Middle School is 0.78, which is more 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
#269 out of 2192 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
39%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
40%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)53%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
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Asian
21%
5%
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Hispanic
22%
20%
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Black
28%
36%
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White
22%
34%
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Two or more races
7%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.5%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
63%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Five Forks Middle School's ranking?
Five Forks Middle School is ranked #269 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Five Forks Middle School often compared to?
Five Forks Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crews Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Five Forks Middle School?
1,239 students attend Five Forks Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
28% of Five Forks Middle School students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 21% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Five Forks Middle School?
Five Forks Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Five Forks Middle School offer ?
Five Forks Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Five Forks Middle School part of?
Five Forks Middle School is part of Gwinnett County School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
You should stop the bullying! I was teased and called names RIGHT IN FRONT OF THE TEACHER!! And she didn't even say anything, she just smiled! (it was a sub.)
3 10/10/2025
Not all teachers are bad. Some don't care at all. AP's don't return emails or concern. 6th grade is hard no matter what school but don't expect much support from the staff. My son is not the easiest to teach due to his attention deficit issues, he is not perfect but he is WAY smarter and well behaved than they have him pegged. I wish my son was somewhere else!
5 10/10/2025
Five Forks is just perfect! The staff and teachers here always listen to the students and are very respectful to everybody. My kids are in accelerated classes, all thanks to the hard-working teachers here that make sure our children get the proper education needed to succeed, and they have more than 50 clubs and activities for my child to participate in! In addition, my kids seem to love it here, and I feel the same way. Keep up the good work!
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