Serving 860 students in grades 6-8, Pearson 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 11% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (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 96% 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: 860 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pearson Middle School's student population of 860 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
860 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pearson 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 Pearson Middle School is 0.33, 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
#1850 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
81%
18%
Black
14%
36%
White
4%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pearson Middle School's ranking?
Pearson Middle School is ranked #1850 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?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Pearson Middle School?
860 students attend Pearson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Pearson Middle School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pearson Middle School?
Pearson Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pearson Middle School offer ?
Pearson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Pearson Middle School part of?
Pearson Middle School is part of Cobb County School District.
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