Serving 82 students in grades 6-8, Stewart County 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (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 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 82 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Stewart County Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Lumpkin, GA, covering approximately 463.6 square miles. The zone typically requires a 20-30 minute drive to reach the school, with an average distance of 13.3 miles from the school to its edge and the furthest point being 19 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stewart County Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
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Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Stewart County Middle School's student population of 82 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Exclusively virtual)
(Exclusively virtual)
Total Students
82 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Stewart County 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 Stewart County Middle School is 0.10, 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
#1198 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Black
95%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.5%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
8%
6%
Showing 2005–2014. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Royal Knights
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stewart County Middle School's ranking?
Stewart County Middle School is ranked #1198 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Stewart County Middle School?
82 students attend Stewart County Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Stewart County Middle School students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stewart County Middle School?
Stewart County Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Stewart County Middle School offer ?
Stewart County Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Exclusively virtual).
What school district is Stewart County Middle School part of?
Stewart County Middle School is part of Stewart County School District.
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