Serving 956 students in grades 6-8, Sandtown 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 24% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (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.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 956 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sandtown Middle School serves the southwest part of Atlanta, GA, covering an attendance zone of approximately 38 square miles. Most students live within a typical 10-12 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 7 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sandtown Middle School's student population of 956 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
956 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2004
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sandtown 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 Sandtown Middle School is 0.13, 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
#1350 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
3%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
93%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.6%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Black, Royal blue
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sandtown Middle School's ranking?
Sandtown Middle School is ranked #1350 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Sandtown Middle School often compared to?
Sandtown Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ralph Bunche Middle School, Camp Creek Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Sandtown Middle School?
956 students attend Sandtown Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Sandtown Middle School students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sandtown Middle School?
Sandtown Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sandtown Middle School offer ?
Sandtown Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sandtown Middle School part of?
Sandtown Middle School is part of Fulton County School District.
In what neighborhood is Sandtown Middle School located?
Sandtown Middle School is located in the Sandtown neighborhood of Atlanta, GA. There are 1 other public schools located in Sandtown.
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