Serving 658 students in grades 6-8, Banks County Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is equal to 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 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 658 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Banks County Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Banks County Middle School's student population of 658 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
658 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Banks County Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Banks County Middle School is 0.31, 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
#867 out of 2204 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
12%
19%
Black
2%
36%
White
82%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Banks County Middle School's ranking?
Banks County Middle School is ranked #867 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Banks County Middle School often compared to?
Banks County Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Banks County Elementary School, Banks County High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Banks County Middle School?
658 students attend Banks County Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Banks County Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Banks County Middle School?
Banks County Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Banks County Middle School offer ?
Banks County Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Banks County Middle School part of?
Banks County Middle School is part of Banks County School District.
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