Serving 1,030 students in grades 6-8, Gardner-newman Middle School 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 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,030 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gardner-newman Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Gardner-newman Middle School's student population of 1,030 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,030 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gardner-newman Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gardner-newman Middle School is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1494 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
12%
18%
Black
47%
36%
White
33%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gardner-newman Middle School's ranking?
Gardner-newman Middle School is ranked #1494 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Gardner-newman Middle School often compared to?
Gardner-newman Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Long Cane Middle School, Callaway 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 37% GA state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Gardner-newman Middle School?
1,030 students attend Gardner-newman Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Gardner-newman Middle School students are Black, 33% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gardner-newman Middle School?
Gardner-newman Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gardner-newman Middle School offer ?
Gardner-newman Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Gardner-newman Middle School part of?
Gardner-newman Middle School is part of Troup County School District.
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