Serving 896 students in grades 6-8, Gainesville Middle School East 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 24% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower 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 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 896 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Gainesville Middle School serves the entire district of Gainesville, GA, covering an area of 34.9 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located approximately 6.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gainesville Middle School East's student population of 896 students has declined by 49% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has declined by 48% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
896 students
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
School Rankings
Gainesville Middle School East ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gainesville Middle School East is 0.60, 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
#1617 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
58%
20%
Black
17%
36%
White
18%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.7%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gainesville Middle School East's ranking?
Gainesville Middle School East is ranked #1617 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Gainesville Middle School East often compared to?
Gainesville Middle School Eastis often viewed alongside schools like East Hall Middle School, C. W. Davis Middle School, Chestatee Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Gainesville Middle School East?
896 students attend Gainesville Middle School East.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Gainesville Middle School East students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 17% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gainesville Middle School East?
Gainesville Middle School East has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gainesville Middle School East offer ?
Gainesville Middle School East offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gainesville Middle School East part of?
Gainesville Middle School East is part of Gainesville City School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break---No School
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break---No School
November 24, 2026 (Tuesday)
Thanksgiving Break---No School
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
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