Serving 843 students in grades 6-8, Indian Creek 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 9% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (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 65% 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: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Indian Creek Middle School serves the southeastern part of Covington, GA, covering an area of approximately 127.4 square miles, with most students living within a 15-20 minute drive from the school, and the furthest edge of the zone located about 13.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Indian Creek Middle School's student population of 843 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
843 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1997
School Motto
We Bridge the Gap
School Rankings
Indian Creek 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 Indian Creek Middle School is 0.63, 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
#1860 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
49%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
35%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.4%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
4%
4%
Showing 2012–2021. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Indian Creek Middle School's ranking?
Indian Creek Middle School is ranked #1860 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Indian Creek Middle School often compared to?
Indian Creek Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Liberty Middle School, Cousins Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Indian Creek Middle School?
843 students attend Indian Creek Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Indian Creek Middle School students are Black, 35% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Indian Creek Middle School?
Indian Creek Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Indian Creek Middle School offer ?
Indian Creek Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Indian Creek Middle School part of?
Indian Creek Middle School is part of Newton County School District.
School Calendar
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