Serving 792 students in grades 6-8, Irma C. Austin Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 35% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is equal to 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 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 792 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Irma C. Austin Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Irma C. Austin Middle School's student population of 792 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
792 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Irma C. Austin Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Irma C. Austin Middle School is 0.65, 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
#932 out of 2204 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
12%
18%
Black
34%
36%
White
47%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Irma C. Austin Middle School's ranking?
Irma C. Austin Middle School is ranked #932 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Irma C. Austin Middle School often compared to?
Irma C. Austin Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chapel Hill Middle School, Mason Creek Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Irma C. Austin Middle School?
792 students attend Irma C. Austin Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Irma C. Austin Middle School students are White, 34% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Irma C. Austin Middle School?
Irma C. Austin Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Irma C. Austin Middle School offer ?
Irma C. Austin Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Irma C. Austin Middle School part of?
Irma C. Austin Middle School is part of Paulding County School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Winter Break- Schools Closed
December 23, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break
April 07, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School - Early Release
May 21, 2025 (Wednesday)
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