Serving 807 students in grades 6-8, Merry Acres 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 12% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 807 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Merry Acres Middle School serves the northwest part of Albany, GA, covering an attendance zone of approximately 90.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 15.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Merry Acres Middle School's student population of 807 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 51% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
807 students
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Merry Acres 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 Merry Acres Middle School is 0.14, 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
#1991 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
2%
20%
Black
93%
36%
White
2%
34%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.3%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Merry Acres Middle School's ranking?
Merry Acres Middle School is ranked #1991 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Merry Acres Middle School often compared to?
Merry Acres Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Albany Middle School, Robert A. Cross Middle Magnet, Radium Springs Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Merry Acres Middle School?
807 students attend Merry Acres Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Merry Acres Middle School students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Merry Acres Middle School?
Merry Acres Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Merry Acres Middle School offer ?
Merry Acres Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Merry Acres Middle School part of?
Merry Acres Middle School is part of Dougherty County School District.
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