Serving 706 students in grades 6-8, Glenn Hills 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 2% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 9% (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 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 706 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Glenn Hills Middle School serves the northern part of Augusta, GA, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 8.6 square miles. Families typically drive 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 3.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Glenn Hills Middle School's student population of 706 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
706 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Motto
Reaching for the Top of the Hill
School Rankings
Glenn Hills 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 Glenn Hills Middle School is 0.27, 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
#2176 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
9%
20%
Black
85%
36%
White
3%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)55.7%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glenn Hills Middle School's ranking?
Glenn Hills Middle School is ranked #2176 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Glenn Hills Middle School often compared to?
Glenn Hills Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Murphey Middle School, W.s. Hornsby Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
2% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Glenn Hills Middle School?
706 students attend Glenn Hills Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Glenn Hills Middle School students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Glenn Hills Middle School?
Glenn Hills Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Glenn Hills Middle School offer ?
Glenn Hills Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Glenn Hills Middle School part of?
Glenn Hills Middle School is part of Richmond County School District.
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