Serving 739 students in grades 6-8, Mary Mcleod Bethune 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 4% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 13% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 739 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mary Mcleod Bethune Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Mary Mcleod Bethune Middle School's student population of 739 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
739 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mary Mcleod Bethune Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mary Mcleod Bethune 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
#2056 out of 2168 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
9%
18%
Black
85%
36%
White
1%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
6%
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 Mary Mcleod Bethune Middle School's ranking?
Mary Mcleod Bethune Middle School is ranked #2056 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Mary Mcleod Bethune Middle School often compared to?
Mary Mcleod Bethune Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Miller Grove Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 13% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend Mary Mcleod Bethune Middle School?
739 students attend Mary Mcleod Bethune Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Mary Mcleod Bethune Middle School students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mary Mcleod Bethune Middle School?
Mary Mcleod Bethune Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mary Mcleod Bethune Middle School offer ?
Mary Mcleod Bethune Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Mary Mcleod Bethune Middle School part of?
Mary Mcleod Bethune Middle School is part of Dekalb County School District.
School Reviews
4 2/10/2020
The school is great.
5 6/10/2017
I am a parent, this school offers alot of parental involvement and encourages parents participation. We have to embrace and attend the programs. When I attended the programs and meetings, I was surprised to see the number of parents not in attendance. I am very pleased with this school, my child is graduating and passed all of her milestone exams. You are always going to have those students that's going to be a problem, As parents, we have to police our own children by ensuring they are not part of the problem but part of the solution.
2 2/2/2007
As a parent it doesn't seem the school does not want parent involvement. The school doesn't seem organized. It's even difficult to get someone to pick up the school phone line. When you call you normally have to call several times to get anyone. Teachers do not return calls when you leave messages on their individual voicemails. Too much disruption in the classroom among students who are causing problems. From talking with my child and their friends that attend most students do not like the school. They may like some of the teachers but overall don't like the school.
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