Serving 536 students in grades 6-8, William James 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 25% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (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 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 536 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: William James Middle School serves the northwest part of Statesboro, GA, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 97.3 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 9.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
William James Middle School's student population of 536 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
536 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Year Founded
1907
School Calendar
School Motto
Preparing students for success & enhancing community value
School Rankings
William James 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 William James Middle School is 0.60, 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
#1305 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
8%
20%
Black
53%
36%
White
35%
34%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.3%
26.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and White
School Mascot
Knights
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is William James Middle School's ranking?
William James Middle School is ranked #1305 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are William James Middle School often compared to?
William James Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Langston Chapel Middle School, Southeast Bulloch Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend William James Middle School?
536 students attend William James Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of William James Middle School students are Black, 35% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of William James Middle School?
William James Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does William James Middle School offer ?
William James Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is William James Middle School part of?
William James Middle School is part of Bulloch County School District.
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