Serving 287 students in grades 6-8, Pelham City Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 16% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 287 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pelham City Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Pelham, GA, encompassing approximately 4.1 square miles. Most students live within a typical 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.2 miles from the school to the zone's edge and the furthest edge being about 1.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pelham City Middle School's student population of 287 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
287 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pelham City Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pelham City Middle School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1855 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
8%
20%
Black
58%
36%
White
30%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.8%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
14%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pelham City Middle School's ranking?
Pelham City Middle School is ranked #1855 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Pelham City Middle School?
287 students attend Pelham City Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Pelham City Middle School students are Black, 30% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pelham City Middle School?
Pelham City Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pelham City Middle School offer ?
Pelham City Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pelham City Middle School part of?
Pelham City Middle School is part of Pelham City School District.
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