Serving 402 students in grades 6-8, Mercer 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 9% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% 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: 402 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mercer Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Mercer Middle School's student population of 402 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
402 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mercer 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 Mercer Middle School is 0.56, 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
#2113 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
29%
18%
Black
60%
36%
White
6%
36%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mercer Middle School's ranking?
Mercer Middle School is ranked #2113 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Mercer Middle School often compared to?
Mercer Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Myers Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Mercer Middle School?
402 students attend Mercer Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Mercer Middle School students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mercer Middle School?
Mercer Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mercer Middle School offer ?
Mercer Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Mercer Middle School part of?
Mercer Middle School is part of Savannah-Chatham County School District.
In what neighborhood is Mercer Middle School located?
Mercer Middle School is located in the Midtown neighborhood of Savannah, GA. There are 9 other public schools located in Midtown.
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