Serving 848 students in grades 6-8, Stephens County 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 36% (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 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% 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: 848 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Stephens County Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Toccoa, GA, encompassing approximately 184.2 square miles. The typical drive to the school is about 15-20 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 11.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Stephens County Middle School's student population of 848 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
848 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Greatness Grows Here!
School Rankings
Stephens County Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Stephens County Middle School is 0.46, 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
#1066 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
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)
40%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
13%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
72%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.6%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
9%
7%
Showing 2004–2013. Full 15-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 Stephens County Middle School's ranking?
Stephens County Middle School is ranked #1066 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% 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 Stephens County Middle School?
848 students attend Stephens County Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Stephens County Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stephens County Middle School?
Stephens County Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Stephens County Middle School offer ?
Stephens County Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Stephens County Middle School part of?
Stephens County Middle School is part of Stephens County School District.
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