Serving 884 students in grades 6-8, Simpson Middle School ranks in the top 10% 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 64% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (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 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 884 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Simpson Middle School serves the northeast part of Marietta, GA, covering an attendance area of approximately 9.1 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.5 miles to the school from the zone's edge and the furthest point being 4.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Simpson 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
Simpson Middle School's student population of 884 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
884 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
SHARE Mission Statement Simpson EAGLES: Encouraging Achievement, Growth, Leadership, & Enduring Success
School Rankings
Simpson Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Simpson Middle School is 0.64, 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
#172 out of 2192 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
13%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
56%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.4%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-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 Simpson Middle School's ranking?
Simpson Middle School is ranked #172 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Simpson Middle School often compared to?
Simpson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hightower Trail Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Simpson Middle School?
884 students attend Simpson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Simpson Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Simpson Middle School?
Simpson Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Simpson Middle School offer ?
Simpson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Simpson Middle School part of?
Simpson Middle School is part of Cobb County School District.
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