Rising Starr Middle School serves 944 students in grades 6-8.
Rising Starr Middle School placed in the top 5% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 36%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 944 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rising Starr 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
Rising Starr Middle School's student population of 944 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
944 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rising Starr Middle School is ranked within the top 5% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Rising Starr Middle School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#42 out of 2168 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
10%
18%
Black
10%
36%
White
68%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rising Starr Middle School's ranking?
Rising Starr Middle School is ranked #42 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend Rising Starr Middle School?
944 students attend Rising Starr Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Rising Starr Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rising Starr Middle School?
Rising Starr Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rising Starr Middle School offer ?
Rising Starr Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Rising Starr Middle School part of?
Rising Starr Middle School is part of Fayette County School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of Women's History Month
March 01, 2024 (Friday)
Spring Break
April 01, 2024 (Monday)
First Day of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month
May 01, 2024 (Wednesday)
Last Day of School
May 24, 2024 (Friday)
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