Heard County Middle School serves 497 students in grades 6-8.
Heard County Middle School placed in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 36%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 497 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Heard County Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Heard County Middle School's student population of 497 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
497 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers

Students by Grade

School Calendar
School Rankings
Heard County Middle School is ranked within the top 20% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Heard County Middle School is 0.27, 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
#422 out of 2168 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
36%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
39%

Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%

Hispanic
4%
18%

Black
7%
36%

White
85%
37%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
53%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Heard County Middle School's ranking?
Heard County Middle School is ranked #422 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend Heard County Middle School?
497 students attend Heard County Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Heard County Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Heard County Middle School?
Heard County Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Heard County Middle School offer ?
Heard County Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Heard County Middle School part of?
Heard County Middle School is part of Heard County School District.
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