Serving 627 students in grades 7-8, Calhoun Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 627 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Calhoun Middle School's student population of 627 students has declined by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
627 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Calhoun Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Calhoun Middle School is 0.64, 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
#686 out of 2204 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
40%
19%
Black
7%
36%
White
45%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Calhoun Middle School's ranking?
Calhoun Middle School is ranked #686 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Calhoun Middle School often compared to?
Calhoun Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ashworth Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Calhoun Middle School?
627 students attend Calhoun Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Calhoun Middle School students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 5% 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 Calhoun Middle School?
Calhoun Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Calhoun Middle School offer ?
Calhoun Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Calhoun Middle School part of?
Calhoun Middle School is part of Calhoun City School District.
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