Serving 908 students in grades 6-8, Moore 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 29% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (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 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), 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: 908 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Moore Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Moore Middle School's student population of 908 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
908 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Moore 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 Moore Middle School is 0.66, 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
#1193 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
44%
18%
Black
37%
36%
White
10%
36%
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
65%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Moore Middle School's ranking?
Moore Middle School is ranked #1193 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Moore Middle School often compared to?
Moore Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Richards Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Moore Middle School?
908 students attend Moore Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Moore Middle School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are Black, 10% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Moore Middle School?
Moore Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Moore Middle School offer ?
Moore Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Moore Middle School part of?
Moore Middle School is part of Gwinnett County School District.
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