Serving 1,077 students in grades 6-8, Saint Marys Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher 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 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,077 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Saint Marys Middle School serves the southeast part of Saint Marys, GA, covering an area of approximately 224.6 square miles. Families generally have a typical drive time of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 22.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Saint Marys Middle School 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
Saint Marys Middle School's student population of 1,077 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,077 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Saint Marys Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Saint Marys Middle School is 0.62, 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
#324 out of 2192 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
20%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
57%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.3%
26.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-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 Saint Marys Middle School's ranking?
Saint Marys Middle School is ranked #324 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Saint Marys Middle School often compared to?
Saint Marys Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Camden Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Saint Marys Middle School?
1,077 students attend Saint Marys Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Saint Marys Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Saint Marys Middle School?
Saint Marys Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Saint Marys Middle School offer ?
Saint Marys Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Saint Marys Middle School part of?
Saint Marys Middle School is part of Camden County School District.
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