Serving 566 students in grades 6-8, Hilliard A. Wilbanks Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 566 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wilbanks Middle School serves the southern part of its school district in Demorest, GA, covering an area of approximately 41.6 square miles. Most students live within a 10-12 minute drive of the school, with an average distance of 4.3 miles from the school to the zone edge and the furthest edge being 6.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hilliard A. Wilbanks Middle School's student population of 566 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
566 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
WIN THE DAY!
School Rankings
Hilliard A. Wilbanks Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hilliard A. Wilbanks Middle School is 0.61, 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
#1033 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
44%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
White
45%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.6%
26.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
Showing 2014–2024. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Patriot
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hilliard A. Wilbanks Middle School's ranking?
Hilliard A. Wilbanks Middle School is ranked #1033 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Hilliard A. Wilbanks Middle School?
566 students attend Hilliard A. Wilbanks Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Hilliard A. Wilbanks Middle School students are White, 44% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hilliard A. Wilbanks Middle School?
Hilliard A. Wilbanks Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hilliard A. Wilbanks Middle School offer ?
Hilliard A. Wilbanks Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hilliard A. Wilbanks Middle School part of?
Hilliard A. Wilbanks Middle School is part of Habersham County School District.
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