Serving 849 students in grades 6-8, Rutland 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 18% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% 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: 849 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Rutland Middle School serves the southwest part of Macon, GA, covering an area of approximately 106.9 square miles. Most students live within a 10-15 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 11.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rutland Middle School's student population of 849 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
849 students
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rutland 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 Rutland Middle School is 0.59, 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
#1649 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
17%
20%
Black
59%
36%
White
19%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.7%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rutland Middle School's ranking?
Rutland Middle School is ranked #1649 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Rutland Middle School often compared to?
Rutland Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Miller Magnet Middle School, Weaver Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Rutland Middle School?
849 students attend Rutland Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Rutland Middle School students are Black, 19% of students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rutland Middle School?
Rutland Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rutland Middle School offer ?
Rutland Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rutland Middle School part of?
Rutland Middle School is part of Bibb County School District.
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