Serving 689 students in grades 6-8, Stallings Island 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 67% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (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 43% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 689 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stallings Island Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Stallings Island Middle School's student population of 689 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
689 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Stallings Island 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 Stallings Island 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
#151 out of 2204 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
37%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
40%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
40%

Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
19%
5%

Hispanic
7%
19%

Black
12%
36%

White
57%
35%

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
22%
59%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stallings Island Middle School's ranking?
Stallings Island Middle School is ranked #151 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Stallings Island Middle School often compared to?
Stallings Island Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Riverside Middle School, Greenbrier Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Stallings Island Middle School?
689 students attend Stallings Island Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Stallings Island Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Stallings Island Middle School?
Stallings Island Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Stallings Island Middle School offer ?
Stallings Island Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Stallings Island Middle School part of?
Stallings Island Middle School is part of Columbia County School District.
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Spring Break (SIMS Events)
April 07, 2025 (Monday)
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