Serving 685 students in grades 6-8, Forest Park 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 12% (which is lower 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 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 685 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Forest Park Middle School's student population of 685 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
685 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Forest Park 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 Forest Park Middle School is 0.57, 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
#2118 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤20%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
44%
18%
Black
49%
36%
White
3%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Forest Park Middle School's ranking?
Forest Park Middle School is ranked #2118 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Forest Park Middle School often compared to?
Forest Park Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Babb 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 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Forest Park Middle School?
685 students attend Forest Park Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Forest Park Middle School students are Black, 44% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Forest Park Middle School?
Forest Park Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Forest Park Middle School offer ?
Forest Park Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Forest Park Middle School part of?
Forest Park Middle School is part of Clayton County School District.
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