Serving 870 students in grades 6-8, Sandy Springs Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 870 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sandy Springs Middle School's student population of 870 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
870 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sandy Springs Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sandy Springs Middle School is 0.63, 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
#822 out of 2168 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
27%
18%
Black
53%
36%
White
14%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Sandy Springs Middle School's ranking?
Sandy Springs Middle School is ranked #822 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Sandy Springs Middle School often compared to?
Sandy Springs Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ridgeview Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend Sandy Springs Middle School?
870 students attend Sandy Springs Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Sandy Springs Middle School students are Black, 27% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sandy Springs Middle School?
Sandy Springs Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sandy Springs Middle School offer ?
Sandy Springs Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Sandy Springs Middle School part of?
Sandy Springs Middle School is part of Fulton County School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day of Second Semester
May 23, 2024 (Thursday)
Memorial Day (Schools Closed)
May 27, 2024 (Monday)
First Day of School
August 05, 2024 (Monday)
Labor Day (Schools Closed)
September 02, 2024 (Monday)
Fall Break (Schools Closed)
October 14, 2024 (Monday)
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