Serving 914 students in grades 6-8, Oconee County Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 914 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oconee County Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Oconee County Middle School's student population of 914 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
914 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Oconee County Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oconee County Middle School is 0.35, 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
#108 out of 2168 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
7%
18%
Black
4%
36%
White
80%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oconee County Middle School's ranking?
Oconee County Middle School is ranked #108 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Oconee County Middle School often compared to?
Oconee County Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Malcom Bridge Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend Oconee County Middle School?
914 students attend Oconee County Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Oconee County Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oconee County Middle School?
Oconee County Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Oconee County Middle School offer ?
Oconee County Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Oconee County Middle School part of?
Oconee County Middle School is part of Oconee County School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day of School Half- Day
May 17, 2024 (Friday)
School Reviews
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