Mcconnell Middle School serves 2,274 students in grades 6-8.
Mcconnell Middle School placed in the top 30% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (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 51% (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 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 2,274 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mcconnell Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Mcconnell Middle School's student population of 2,274 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 127 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
2,274 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
127 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mcconnell Middle School is ranked within the top 30% 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 Mcconnell Middle School is 0.65, 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
#483 out of 2168 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
19%
18%
Black
52%
36%
White
21%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Mcconnell Middle School's ranking?
Mcconnell Middle School is ranked #483 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend Mcconnell Middle School?
2,274 students attend Mcconnell Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Mcconnell Middle School students are Black, 21% of students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mcconnell Middle School?
Mcconnell Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mcconnell Middle School offer ?
Mcconnell Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Mcconnell Middle School part of?
Mcconnell Middle School is part of Gwinnett County School District.
School Reviews
3 3/22/2020
There food is trash but teachers are ok.
5 8/26/2019
The best school I have ever taught at.
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