Serving 843 students in grades 6-8, Hahira Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 843 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Hahira Middle School serves the northwest part of its school district in Hahira, GA, covering an attendance area of approximately 112.3 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest distance from the school to the edge of the zone being about 14.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hahira Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hahira Middle School's student population of 843 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
843 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hahira Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hahira Middle School is 0.54, 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
#215 out of 2192 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Hispanic
9%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Black
18%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
White
65%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.4%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
Showing 2014–2024. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Viking
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hahira Middle School's ranking?
Hahira Middle School is ranked #215 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Hahira Middle School often compared to?
Hahira Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pine Grove Middle School, Valdosta Middle School, Lowndes Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Hahira Middle School?
843 students attend Hahira Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Hahira Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 9% 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 Hahira Middle School?
Hahira Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hahira Middle School offer ?
Hahira Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hahira Middle School part of?
Hahira Middle School is part of Lowndes County School District.
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