Serving 824 students in grades 6-8, Ralph Bunche 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 12% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 824 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ralph Bunche Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Ralph Bunche Middle School's student population of 824 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
824 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ralph Bunche 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 Ralph Bunche Middle School is 0.10, 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
#1929 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
4%
18%
Black
95%
36%
White
n/a
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
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)
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ralph Bunche Middle School's ranking?
Ralph Bunche Middle School is ranked #1929 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Ralph Bunche Middle School often compared to?
Ralph Bunche Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sandtown Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Ralph Bunche Middle School?
824 students attend Ralph Bunche Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Ralph Bunche Middle School students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ralph Bunche Middle School?
Ralph Bunche Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ralph Bunche Middle School offer ?
Ralph Bunche Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Ralph Bunche Middle School part of?
Ralph Bunche Middle School is part of Atlanta School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Spring Break
April 07, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School
May 29, 2025 (Thursday)
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