Serving 706 students in grades 6-8, Rockmart 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 24% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (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 33% 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: 706 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rockmart Middle School's student population of 706 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
706 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rockmart 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 Rockmart Middle School is 0.51, 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
#1544 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
5%
18%
Black
19%
36%
White
67%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rockmart Middle School's ranking?
Rockmart Middle School is ranked #1544 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Rockmart Middle School often compared to?
Rockmart Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rockmart High School, Van Wert Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Rockmart Middle School?
706 students attend Rockmart Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Rockmart Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rockmart Middle School?
Rockmart Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rockmart Middle School offer ?
Rockmart Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Rockmart Middle School part of?
Rockmart Middle School is part of Polk County School District.
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