Serving 1,062 students in grades 6-8, Monroe County Middle School- Banks Stephens Campus ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,062 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Monroe County Middle School - Banks Stephens Campus is located in Forsyth, GA, and its attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 398.3 square miles. Families typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 11.8 miles from the school to the edge of the zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Monroe County Middle School- Banks Stephens Campus ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Monroe County Middle School- Banks Stephens Campus's student population of 1,062 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,062 students
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Monroe County Middle School- Banks Stephens Campus ranks within the top 30% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Monroe County Middle School- Banks Stephens Campus is 0.49, 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
#544 out of 2192 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
5%
20%
Black
23%
36%
White
68%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.6%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Monroe County Middle School- Banks Stephens Campus's ranking?
Monroe County Middle School- Banks Stephens Campus is ranked #544 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Monroe County Middle School- Banks Stephens Campus often compared to?
Monroe County Middle School- Banks Stephens Campusis often viewed alongside schools like Mary Persons High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Monroe County Middle School- Banks Stephens Campus?
1,062 students attend Monroe County Middle School- Banks Stephens Campus.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Monroe County Middle School- Banks Stephens Campus students are White, 23% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Monroe County Middle School- Banks Stephens Campus?
Monroe County Middle School- Banks Stephens Campus has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Monroe County Middle School- Banks Stephens Campus offer ?
Monroe County Middle School- Banks Stephens Campus offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Monroe County Middle School- Banks Stephens Campus part of?
Monroe County Middle School- Banks Stephens Campus is part of Monroe County School District.
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