Serving 762 students in grades 6-8, Glenn Hills 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 3% (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 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).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 762 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Glenn Hills Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Glenn Hills Middle School's student population of 762 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 47% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
762 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Glenn Hills 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 Glenn Hills Middle School is 0.24, 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
#2186 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
7%
18%
Black
87%
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
98%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glenn Hills Middle School's ranking?
Glenn Hills Middle School is ranked #2186 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Glenn Hills Middle School often compared to?
Glenn Hills Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like W.s. Hornsby Middle School, Murphey Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
3% 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 Glenn Hills Middle School?
762 students attend Glenn Hills Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Glenn Hills Middle School students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Glenn Hills Middle School?
Glenn Hills Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Glenn Hills Middle School offer ?
Glenn Hills Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Glenn Hills Middle School part of?
Glenn Hills Middle School is part of Richmond County School District.
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