Serving 1,036 students in grades 6-8, Cartersville Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 47% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black and 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: 1,036 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cartersville Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Cartersville Middle School's student population of 1,036 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,036 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cartersville Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cartersville Middle School is 0.65, 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
#563 out of 2204 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
21%
18%
Black
21%
36%
White
51%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cartersville Middle School's ranking?
Cartersville Middle School is ranked #563 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Cartersville Middle School often compared to?
Cartersville Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Red Top Middle School, Adairsville Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Cartersville Middle School?
1,036 students attend Cartersville Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Cartersville Middle School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cartersville Middle School?
Cartersville Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cartersville Middle School offer ?
Cartersville Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Cartersville Middle School part of?
Cartersville Middle School is part of Cartersville City School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day of Semester (1/2 Day)
December 20, 2024 (Friday)
First Day of Semester
January 07, 2025 (Tuesday)
Spring Break
April 07, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break
April 08, 2025 (Tuesday)
Spring Break
April 09, 2025 (Wednesday)
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