Serving 530 students in grades 6-8, Derenne 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 6% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 9% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 530 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Derenne Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Derenne Middle School's student population of 530 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
530 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Derenne 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 Derenne Middle School is 0.15, 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
#2166 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
4%
18%
Black
92%
36%
White
2%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Derenne Middle School's ranking?
Derenne Middle School is ranked #2166 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Derenne Middle School often compared to?
Derenne Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Coastal Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Derenne Middle School?
530 students attend Derenne Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Derenne Middle School students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Derenne Middle School?
Derenne Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Derenne Middle School offer ?
Derenne Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Derenne Middle School part of?
Derenne Middle School is part of Savannah-Chatham County School District.
In what neighborhood is Derenne Middle School located?
Derenne Middle School is located in the Midtown neighborhood of Savannah, GA. There are 9 other public schools located in Midtown.
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Date
Last Day of School
May 22, 2025 (Thursday)
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