Serving 883 students in grades 6-8, Flat Rock Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% 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: 883 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Flat Rock Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Flat Rock Middle School's student population of 883 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
883 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Flat Rock 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 Flat Rock Middle School is 0.63, 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
#544 out of 2204 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
19%
18%
Black
56%
36%
White
14%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Flat Rock Middle School's ranking?
Flat Rock Middle School is ranked #544 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Flat Rock Middle School often compared to?
Flat Rock Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rising Starr Middle School, J.c. Booth Middle School, Bennett's Mill Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Flat Rock Middle School?
883 students attend Flat Rock Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Flat Rock Middle School students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Flat Rock Middle School?
Flat Rock Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Flat Rock Middle School offer ?
Flat Rock Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Flat Rock Middle School part of?
Flat Rock Middle School is part of Fayette County School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Last Day of Semester
December 20, 2024 (Friday)
First Day of Semester
January 06, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break
April 07, 2025 (Monday)
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