Serving 1,619 students in grades 6-8, Willis A. Sutton Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is equal to the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher 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 73% 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: 1,619 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Sutton Middle School serves the northern part of Atlanta, GA, covering an area of approximately 36.4 square miles. Most students live within a 10-12 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 3.9 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 6.8 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Willis A. Sutton Middle School's student population of 1,619 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 109 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,619 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
109 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Willis A. Sutton Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Willis A. Sutton Middle School is 0.71, 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
#710 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
24%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
40%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
27%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
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)22.9%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. 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 Willis A. Sutton Middle School's ranking?
Willis A. Sutton Middle School is ranked #710 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Willis A. Sutton Middle School often compared to?
Willis A. Sutton Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like David T Howard Middle School, Atlanta Classical Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Willis A. Sutton Middle School?
1,619 students attend Willis A. Sutton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Willis A. Sutton Middle School students are Black, 27% of students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Willis A. Sutton Middle School?
Willis A. Sutton Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Willis A. Sutton Middle School offer ?
Willis A. Sutton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Willis A. Sutton Middle School part of?
Willis A. Sutton Middle School is part of Atlanta School District.
In what neighborhood is Willis A. Sutton Middle School located?
Willis A. Sutton Middle School is located in the Buckhead neighborhood of Atlanta, GA. There are 5 other public schools located in Buckhead.
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