Serving 1,047 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 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). 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 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,047 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- 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 1,047 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,047 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
School Rankings
Monroe County Middle School- Banks Stephens Campus ranks within the top 30% of all 2,204 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 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#460 out of 2204 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
5%
19%
Black
24%
36%
White
66%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
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 Monroe County Middle School- Banks Stephens Campus's ranking?
Monroe County Middle School- Banks Stephens Campus is ranked #460 out of 2,204 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?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% 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?
1,047 students attend Monroe County Middle School- Banks Stephens Campus.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Monroe County Middle School- Banks Stephens Campus students are White, 24% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% 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 15:1, 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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