Serving 518 students in grades 5-7, Pepperell Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (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 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-7
- Enrollment: 518 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pepperell Middle School serves the southeastern part of Lindale, GA, covering an area of approximately 109.8 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of about 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located up to 10.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pepperell Middle School's student population of 518 students has grown by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-7
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
518 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Challenging Students for Success
School Rankings
Pepperell 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 Pepperell Middle School is 0.46, 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
#904 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
13%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
72%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.2%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pepperell Middle School's ranking?
Pepperell Middle School is ranked #904 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Pepperell Middle School often compared to?
Pepperell Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Coosa Middle School, Model 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 39% GA state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Pepperell Middle School?
518 students attend Pepperell Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Pepperell Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pepperell Middle School?
Pepperell Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pepperell Middle School offer ?
Pepperell Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-7 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pepperell Middle School part of?
Pepperell Middle School is part of Floyd County School District.
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