Serving 741 students in grades 6-8, Mossy Creek Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% 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: 741 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mossy Creek Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Mossy Creek Middle School's student population of 741 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
741 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mossy Creek Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mossy Creek Middle School is 0.61, 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
#302 out of 2204 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
7%
18%
Black
26%
36%
White
56%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mossy Creek Middle School's ranking?
Mossy Creek Middle School is ranked #302 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Mossy Creek Middle School often compared to?
Mossy Creek Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Feagin Mill Middle School, Perry Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Mossy Creek Middle School?
741 students attend Mossy Creek Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Mossy Creek Middle School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mossy Creek Middle School?
Mossy Creek Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mossy Creek Middle School offer ?
Mossy Creek Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Mossy Creek Middle School part of?
Mossy Creek Middle School is part of Houston County School District.
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