Serving 197 students in grades 6-8, Towns County Middle School ranks in the top 20% 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 54% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 197 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Towns County Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Hiawassee, GA, covering approximately 171.9 square miles. Families within this area typically have a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 7.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 12.2 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Towns County Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Towns County Middle School's student population of 197 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
197 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Towns County Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Towns County Middle School is 0.25, 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
#419 out of 2192 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
86%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.8%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
Showing 2014–2024. Full 21-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 Towns County Middle School's ranking?
Towns County Middle School is ranked #419 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Towns County Middle School often compared to?
Towns County Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Towns County High School, Towns County Elementary School, Hayesville Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Towns County Middle School?
197 students attend Towns County Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Towns County Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Towns County Middle School?
Towns County Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Towns County Middle School offer ?
Towns County Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Towns County Middle School part of?
Towns County Middle School is part of Towns County School District.
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