Serving 919 students in grades 6-8, Radium Springs 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 3% (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 18:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 919 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Radium Springs Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Radium Springs Middle School's student population of 919 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
919 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Radium Springs 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 Radium Springs Middle School is 0.17, 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
#2182 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
5%
18%
Black
91%
36%
White
2%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Radium Springs Middle School's ranking?
Radium Springs Middle School is ranked #2182 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Radium Springs Middle School often compared to?
Radium Springs Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Merry Acres Middle School, Robert A. Cross Middle Magnet, Albany Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
3% 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 Radium Springs Middle School?
919 students attend Radium Springs Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Radium Springs Middle School students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Radium Springs Middle School?
Radium Springs Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Radium Springs Middle School offer ?
Radium Springs Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Radium Springs Middle School part of?
Radium Springs Middle School is part of Dougherty County School District.
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