Serving 478 students in grades 7-8, Gladden 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 32% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). 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 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 478 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Gladden Middle School serves the southern part of Chatsworth, GA, covering an attendance area of approximately 176.2 square miles. Families in this zone can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 15.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gladden Middle School's student population of 478 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
478 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Gladden Middle School 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 Gladden Middle School is 0.49, 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
#1314 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
31%
20%
Black
1%
36%
White
65%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.3%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wild Boars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gladden Middle School's ranking?
Gladden Middle School is ranked #1314 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Gladden Middle School?
478 students attend Gladden Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Gladden Middle School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gladden Middle School?
Gladden Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gladden Middle School offer ?
Gladden Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gladden Middle School part of?
Gladden Middle School is part of Murray County School District.
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