Serving 1,101 students in grades 6-8, Couch Middle School ranks in the top 20% 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 59% (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 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,101 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Couch Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Couch Middle School's student population of 1,101 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,101 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers

Students by Grade

School Calendar
School Rankings
Couch Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Couch Middle School is 0.69, 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
#405 out of 2204 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
37%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
40%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
40%

Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
5%

Hispanic
24%
19%

Black
48%
36%

White
13%
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
51%
59%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Couch Middle School's ranking?
Couch Middle School is ranked #405 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Couch Middle School often compared to?
Couch Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bay Creek 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 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Couch Middle School?
1,101 students attend Couch Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Couch Middle School students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Couch Middle School?
Couch Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Couch Middle School offer ?
Couch Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Couch Middle School part of?
Couch Middle School is part of Gwinnett County School District.
School Reviews
5 11/2/2018
I love couch middle school so much it has given me so many opportunities during these past three years and I wouldn't want to go to a different middle school. In the end, I would recommend sending your childern to couch middle school for middle school.
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