Gainesville Middle School West serves 894 students in grades 6-8.
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 894 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gainesville Middle School West's student population of 894 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
894 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Gainesville Middle School West is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
67%
19%
Black
19%
36%
White
7%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Gainesville Middle School West?
894 students attend Gainesville Middle School West.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Gainesville Middle School West students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gainesville Middle School West?
Gainesville Middle School West has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gainesville Middle School West offer ?
Gainesville Middle School West offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Gainesville Middle School West part of?
Gainesville Middle School West is part of Gainesville City School District.
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