Serving 478 students in grades 6-8, Robert A. Cross Middle Magnet 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 76% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher 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 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 478 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Robert A. Cross Middle Magnet ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Robert A. Cross Middle Magnet's student population of 478 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
478 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Robert A. Cross Middle Magnet 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 Robert A. Cross Middle Magnet is 0.26, 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
#85 out of 2192 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
6%
20%
Black
86%
36%
White
3%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.7%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Robert A. Cross Middle Magnet's ranking?
Robert A. Cross Middle Magnet is ranked #85 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Robert A. Cross Middle Magnet often compared to?
Robert A. Cross Middle Magnetis often viewed alongside schools like Merry Acres Middle School, Albany Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Robert A. Cross Middle Magnet?
478 students attend Robert A. Cross Middle Magnet.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Robert A. Cross Middle Magnet students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Robert A. Cross Middle Magnet?
Robert A. Cross Middle Magnet has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Robert A. Cross Middle Magnet offer ?
Robert A. Cross Middle Magnet offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Robert A. Cross Middle Magnet part of?
Robert A. Cross Middle Magnet is part of Dougherty County School District.
School Reviews
4 10/10/2025
At this school all teachers are amazing, but the following stand out Yolanda Jackson, Domonique Riggins and Ashlynd Wright.
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