Serving 713 students in grades 6-8, West Chatham 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 17% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% 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: 713 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Chatham Middle School serves the northwest part of Pooler, GA, covering an area of approximately 82.6 square miles, where most families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone is around 6.4 miles, with the furthest edge being 8.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Chatham Middle School's student population of 713 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
713 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Chatham 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 West Chatham Middle School is 0.67, 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
#1862 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
25%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
48%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
19%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)59.1%
26.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-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 West Chatham Middle School's ranking?
West Chatham Middle School is ranked #1862 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are West Chatham Middle School often compared to?
West Chatham Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Coastal Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend West Chatham Middle School?
713 students attend West Chatham Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of West Chatham Middle School students are Black, 25% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Chatham Middle School?
West Chatham Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Chatham Middle School offer ?
West Chatham Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Chatham Middle School part of?
West Chatham Middle School is part of Savannah-Chatham County School District.
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