Serving 343 students in grades 6-8, Mt. Zion 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 26% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower 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 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 343 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mt. Zion Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Mt. Zion Middle School's student population of 343 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
343 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mt. Zion 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 Mt. Zion Middle School is 0.55, 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
#1277 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
17%
19%
Black
10%
36%
White
64%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mt. Zion Middle School's ranking?
Mt. Zion Middle School is ranked #1277 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?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Mt. Zion Middle School?
343 students attend Mt. Zion Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Mt. Zion Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mt. Zion Middle School?
Mt. Zion Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mt. Zion Middle School offer ?
Mt. Zion Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Mt. Zion Middle School part of?
Mt. Zion Middle School is part of Carroll County School District.
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