Serving 974 students in grades 6-8, South Hall 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 29% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (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.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 974 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Hall Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
South Hall Middle School's student population of 974 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
974 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
South Hall 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 South Hall Middle School is 0.42, 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
#1210 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
74%
19%
Black
4%
36%
White
19%
35%
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
67%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Hall Middle School's ranking?
South Hall Middle School is ranked #1210 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are South Hall Middle School often compared to?
South Hall Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like World Language Academy Middle School, North Hall Middle School, Osborne Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend South Hall Middle School?
974 students attend South Hall Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of South Hall Middle School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Hall Middle School?
South Hall Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does South Hall Middle School offer ?
South Hall Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is South Hall Middle School part of?
South Hall Middle School is part of Hall County School District.
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