Serving 1,024 students in grades 6-8, Piney Grove Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 77% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,024 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Piney Grove Middle School serves the southwest part of Cumming, GA, covering an area of approximately 23.1 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 5.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Piney Grove 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
Piney Grove Middle School's student population of 1,024 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,024 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Safe. Connected. Thriving.
School Rankings
Piney Grove Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Piney Grove Middle School is 0.60, 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
#69 out of 2192 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
57%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
26%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.8%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-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 Piney Grove Middle School's ranking?
Piney Grove Middle School is ranked #69 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Piney Grove Middle School often compared to?
Piney Grove Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Forsyth Middle School, Desana Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Piney Grove Middle School?
1,024 students attend Piney Grove Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Piney Grove Middle School students are Asian, 26% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Piney Grove Middle School?
Piney Grove Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Piney Grove Middle School offer ?
Piney Grove Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Piney Grove Middle School part of?
Piney Grove Middle School is part of Forsyth County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
The school is a lot cleaner than most schools in the county, and all classes have a promethean board installed in the wall.
5 10/10/2025
It an AWESOME SCHOOL
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