Serving 747 students in grades 6-8, Radium Springs 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 4% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10% (which is lower 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 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 747 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Radium Springs Middle School serves the eastern part of Albany, GA, covering an area of approximately 92.7 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 10 to 15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 12 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Radium Springs Middle School's student population of 747 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
747 students
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Year Founded
2002
School Calendar
School Rankings
Radium Springs 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 Radium Springs Middle School is 0.17, 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
#2170 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
5%
20%
Black
91%
36%
White
2%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.1%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Radium Springs Middle School's ranking?
Radium Springs Middle School is ranked #2170 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Radium Springs Middle School often compared to?
Radium Springs Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Merry Acres Middle School, Robert A. Cross Middle Magnet by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Radium Springs Middle School?
747 students attend Radium Springs Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Radium Springs Middle School students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Radium Springs Middle School?
Radium Springs Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Radium Springs Middle School offer ?
Radium Springs Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Radium Springs Middle School part of?
Radium Springs Middle School is part of Dougherty County School District.
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