Serving 740 students in grades 6-8, Needwood Middle School ranks in the top 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 31% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher 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 64% 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: 740 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Needwood Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Needwood Middle School's student population of 740 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
740 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
School Rankings
Needwood Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Needwood Middle School is 0.70, 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
#1001 out of 2204 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
19%
19%
Black
37%
36%
White
36%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Needwood Middle School's ranking?
Needwood Middle School is ranked #1001 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Needwood Middle School often compared to?
Needwood Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jane Macon Middle School, Glynn Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Needwood Middle School?
740 students attend Needwood Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Needwood Middle School students are Black, 36% of students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Needwood Middle School?
Needwood Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Needwood Middle School offer ?
Needwood Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Needwood Middle School part of?
Needwood Middle School is part of Glynn County School District.
School Calendar
View the Needwood Middle School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Middle School Open House (Events)
August 05, 2025 (Tuesday)
First Day of School (Events)
August 06, 2025 (Wednesday)
School Reviews
4 1/6/2020
I think this school is great.
2 12/27/2010
Administration spends most of their time focusing on communicating with parents of students that are behavior problems or at risk. They could afford to invest some time into improving the learning environment for the kids who go to school and do what they are supposed to.
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