Thomson Middle School

301 Thomson Street
Centerville, GA 31028
(School attendance zone shown in map)
5/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 717 students in grades 6-8, Thomson 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 30% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 717 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 69%
  • : Bottom 50% in GA
  • : 30% (Btm 50%)
  • : 36% (Top 50%)
  • : 29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Thomson Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Thomson Middle School's student population of 717 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
717 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
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School Rankings

Thomson 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 Thomson Middle School is 0.70, 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.
This School
State Level (GA)
#1146 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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30%
37%
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36%
40%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Thomson Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Georgia by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
29%
40%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Thomson Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in Georgia by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
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Hispanic
15%
19%
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Black
43%
36%
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White
31%
35%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Thomson Middle School.
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Georgia.
0.70
This chart displays the diversity score of Thomson Middle School and the public school average diversity score of Georgia by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
59%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Thomson Middle School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in Georgia by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
7%
5%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Thomson Middle School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Georgia by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Thomson Middle School's ranking?
Thomson Middle School is ranked #1146 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Thomson Middle School often compared to?
Thomson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Warner Robins Middle School, Feagin Mill Middle School, Bonaire Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Thomson Middle School?
717 students attend Thomson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Thomson Middle School students are Black, 31% of students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Thomson Middle School?
Thomson Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Thomson Middle School offer ?
Thomson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Thomson Middle School part of?
Thomson Middle School is part of Houston County School District.

School Reviews

5   12/27/2011
My children are getting a great education at Thomson. If you come prepared to learn you'll get a lot out of it. If you don't come prepared to learn they will pull out all the stops to get you on track.
- Posted by Parent - caile
2   5/9/2011
This school is the perfect example of our failing society. From the top to the bottom.
- Posted by Parent - jenbo

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 717 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 69%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 30% (Btm 50%)
  • : 36% (Top 50%)
  • : 29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education

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