Serving 189 students in grades 6-8, Wheeler County 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 27% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 189 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wheeler County Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Wheeler County Middle School's student population of 189 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
189 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wheeler County 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 Wheeler County Middle School is 0.56, 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
#1484 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
6%
19%
Black
36%
36%
White
56%
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
88%
59%
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 Wheeler County Middle School's ranking?
Wheeler County Middle School is ranked #1484 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Wheeler County Middle School?
189 students attend Wheeler County Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Wheeler County Middle School students are White, 36% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wheeler County Middle School?
Wheeler County Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wheeler County Middle School offer ?
Wheeler County Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Wheeler County Middle School part of?
Wheeler County Middle School is part of Wheeler County School District.
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