Serving 661 students in grades 6-8, Worth County 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 26% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 661 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Worth County Middle School's attendance zone, encompassing the entire district, covers approximately 574.8 square miles in Sylvester, GA, with a typical drive time of 20-30 minutes and an average distance of 14.3 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, extending up to 22.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Worth County Middle School's student population of 661 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
661 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Worth County 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 Worth County Middle School is 0.56, 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
#1448 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Hispanic
5%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Black
32%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
White
58%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.6%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
6%
Showing 2005–2014. View full 16-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Worth County Middle School's ranking?
Worth County Middle School is ranked #1448 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Worth County Middle School?
661 students attend Worth County Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Worth County Middle School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Worth County Middle School?
Worth County Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Worth County Middle School offer ?
Worth County Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Worth County Middle School part of?
Worth County Middle School is part of Worth County School District.
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