Serving 821 students in grades 6-8, Sandy Springs Middle School ranks in the top 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 25% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 821 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sandy Springs Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Sandy Springs Middle School's student population of 821 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
821 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sandy Springs Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sandy Springs Middle School is 0.66, 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
#1102 out of 2204 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
29%
18%
Black
49%
36%
White
12%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sandy Springs Middle School's ranking?
Sandy Springs Middle School is ranked #1102 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Sandy Springs Middle School often compared to?
Sandy Springs Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ridgeview Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Sandy Springs Middle School?
821 students attend Sandy Springs Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Sandy Springs Middle School students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sandy Springs Middle School?
Sandy Springs Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sandy Springs Middle School offer ?
Sandy Springs Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Sandy Springs Middle School part of?
Sandy Springs Middle School is part of Fulton County School District.
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