Serving 682 students in grades 6-8, Temple 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 29% (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 16:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% 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: 682 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Temple Middle School serves the northern part of its school district in Temple, GA, covering approximately 52.9 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 9.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
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Attribute
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School Overview
Temple Middle School's student population of 682 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
682 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Temple 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 Temple Middle School is 0.57, 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
#1238 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Hispanic
10%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Black
22%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
White
61%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.1%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
Showing 2014–2024. View full 23-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Temple Middle School's ranking?
Temple Middle School is ranked #1238 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Temple Middle School often compared to?
Temple Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Villa Rica Middle School, Bay Springs Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% 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 Temple Middle School?
682 students attend Temple Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Temple Middle School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Temple Middle School?
Temple Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Temple Middle School offer ?
Temple Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Temple Middle School part of?
Temple Middle School is part of Carroll County School District.
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