Serving 834 students in grades 6-8, M. D. Roberts 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 19% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (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 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 834 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
M. D. Roberts Middle School's student population of 834 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
834 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers

Students by Grade

School Calendar
School Rankings
M. D. Roberts 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 M. D. Roberts Middle School is 0.44, 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
#1331 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
37%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
40%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
40%

Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%

Hispanic
18%
19%

Black
73%
36%

White
2%
35%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
59%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
9%
7%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is M. D. Roberts Middle School's ranking?
M. D. Roberts Middle School is ranked #1331 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend M. D. Roberts Middle School?
834 students attend M. D. Roberts Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of M. D. Roberts Middle School students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of M. D. Roberts Middle School?
M. D. Roberts Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does M. D. Roberts Middle School offer ?
M. D. Roberts Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is M. D. Roberts Middle School part of?
M. D. Roberts Middle School is part of Clayton County School District.
School Reviews
5 4/16/2020
I love this school.
5 1/28/2020
A very good school... and they are only middle school that will be offering 3 high school classes.... Awesome.....
2 1/20/2020
It can be okay.. but not always.
3 2/21/2019
So far so good.
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