Serving 673 students in grades 6-8, Bear Creek 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 31% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (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 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 673 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bear Creek Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Bear Creek Middle School's student population of 673 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
673 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bear Creek Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bear Creek Middle School is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1224 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
26%
18%
Black
14%
36%
White
49%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bear Creek Middle School's ranking?
Bear Creek Middle School is ranked #1224 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Bear Creek Middle School often compared to?
Bear Creek Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Haymon-morris Middle School, Russell Middle School, Westside Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Bear Creek Middle School?
673 students attend Bear Creek Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Bear Creek Middle School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bear Creek Middle School?
Bear Creek Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bear Creek Middle School offer ?
Bear Creek Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Bear Creek Middle School part of?
Bear Creek Middle School is part of Barrow County School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
No School - Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break - No School
April 07, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School
May 21, 2025 (Wednesday)
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