Serving 519 students in grades 6-8, Oglethorpe County Middle School 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 47% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 519 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Oglethorpe County Middle School's student population of 519 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
519 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Oglethorpe County Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oglethorpe County Middle School is 0.56, 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
#550 out of 2168 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
13%
18%
Black
17%
36%
White
63%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oglethorpe County Middle School's ranking?
Oglethorpe County Middle School is ranked #550 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Oglethorpe County Middle School often compared to?
Oglethorpe County Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jefferson Middle School, Oconee County Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend Oglethorpe County Middle School?
519 students attend Oglethorpe County Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Oglethorpe County Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oglethorpe County Middle School?
Oglethorpe County Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Oglethorpe County Middle School offer ?
Oglethorpe County Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Oglethorpe County Middle School part of?
Oglethorpe County Middle School is part of Oglethorpe County School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Last Day of School/Early Release Day for Students
May 22, 2024 (Wednesday)
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