Serving 842 students in grades 6-8, West Hall 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 21% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 842 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Hall Middle School serves the southwest area of Oakwood, GA, covering approximately 35.6 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 6.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Hall Middle School's student population of 842 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
842 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Hall 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 Hall Middle School is 0.52, 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
#1709 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
65%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
23%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.1%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Hall Middle School's ranking?
West Hall Middle School is ranked #1709 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are West Hall Middle School often compared to?
West Hall Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like C. W. Davis Middle School, Chestatee Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend West Hall Middle School?
842 students attend West Hall Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of West Hall Middle School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Hall Middle School?
West Hall Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Hall Middle School offer ?
West Hall Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Hall Middle School part of?
West Hall Middle School is part of Hall County School District.
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