Serving 844 students in grades 6-8, Simpson Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher 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 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic and 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: 844 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Simpson Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Simpson Middle School's student population of 844 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
844 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Simpson Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Simpson Middle School is 0.62, 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
#126 out of 2204 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
11%
5%
Hispanic
13%
18%
Black
12%
36%
White
58%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Simpson Middle School's ranking?
Simpson Middle School is ranked #126 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Simpson Middle School often compared to?
Simpson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hightower Trail Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Simpson Middle School?
844 students attend Simpson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Simpson Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 11% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Simpson Middle School?
Simpson Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Simpson Middle School offer ?
Simpson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Simpson Middle School part of?
Simpson Middle School is part of Cobb County School District.
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