Otwell Middle School

605 Tribble Gap Rd
Cumming, GA 30040
(School attendance zone shown in map)
7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 1,027 students in grades 6-8, Otwell Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 42% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (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 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 1,027 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 60%
  • : Top 50% in GA
  • : 42% (Top 50%)
  • : 44% (Top 50%)
  • : 37% (Top 1%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Otwell Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Otwell Middle School's student population of 1,027 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,027 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers

School Rankings

Otwell Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Otwell Middle School is 0.68, 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.
This School
State Level (GA)
#729 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
42%
39%
44%
40%
(20-21)
37%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
15%
5%
Hispanic
38%
19%
Black
4%
36%
White
40%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.68
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
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 Otwell Middle School's ranking?
Otwell Middle School is ranked #729 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Otwell Middle School often compared to?
Otwell Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vickery Creek Middle School, Liberty Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Otwell Middle School?
1,027 students attend Otwell Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Otwell Middle School students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Otwell Middle School?
Otwell Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Otwell Middle School offer ?
Otwell Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Otwell Middle School part of?
Otwell Middle School is part of Forsyth County School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 1,027 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 60%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 42% (Top 50%)
  • : 44% (Top 50%)
  • : 37% (Top 1%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education

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