Serving 391 students in grades 6-8, W.s. Hornsby 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 2% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 8% (which is lower 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 98% 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: 391 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: W.S. Hornsby K-8 School serves the northeast part of Augusta, GA, covering an area of approximately 18.7 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.8 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest point being 4.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
W.s. Hornsby Middle School's student population of 391 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
391 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Every student, every day, that is the FPS way!
School Rankings
W.s. Hornsby 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 W.s. Hornsby 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
#2177 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
20%
Black
95%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.9%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red, White, and Blue
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is W.s. Hornsby Middle School's ranking?
W.s. Hornsby Middle School is ranked #2177 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are W.s. Hornsby Middle School often compared to?
W.s. Hornsby Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glenn Hills Middle School, Murphey Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
2% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 8% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend W.s. Hornsby Middle School?
391 students attend W.s. Hornsby Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of W.s. Hornsby Middle School students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of W.s. Hornsby Middle School?
W.s. Hornsby Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does W.s. Hornsby Middle School offer ?
W.s. Hornsby Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is W.s. Hornsby Middle School part of?
W.s. Hornsby Middle School is part of Richmond County School District.
In what neighborhood is W.s. Hornsby Middle School located?
W.s. Hornsby Middle School is located in the East Augusta neighborhood of Augusta, GA. There are 1 other public schools located in East Augusta.
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