Lovinggood Middle School

3825 Luther Ward Rd
Powder Springs, GA 30127
(School attendance zone shown in map)
9/
10
Top 20%
Serving 1,215 students in grades 6-8, Lovinggood Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 1,215 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 61%
  • : Top 20% in GA
  • : 51% (Top 30%)
  • : 56% (Top 20%)
  • : 46% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Lovinggood Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:

School Overview

Lovinggood Middle School's student population of 1,215 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,215 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Lovinggood Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lovinggood Middle School is 0.71, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (GA)
#388 out of 2192 schools
(Top 20%)
51%
39%
56%
40%
46%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
17%
19%
Black
33%
36%
White
39%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.71
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lovinggood Middle School's ranking?
Lovinggood Middle School is ranked #388 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Lovinggood Middle School often compared to?
Lovinggood Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lost Mountain Middle School, Smitha Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Lovinggood Middle School?
1,215 students attend Lovinggood Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Lovinggood Middle School students are White, 33% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lovinggood Middle School?
Lovinggood Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lovinggood Middle School offer ?
Lovinggood Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lovinggood Middle School part of?
Lovinggood Middle School is part of Cobb County School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 1,215 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 61%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 51% (Top 30%)
  • : 56% (Top 20%)
  • : 46% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education

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