Serving 610 students in grades 6-8, Hilliard A. Wilbanks 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 32% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (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 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 610 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hilliard A. Wilbanks Middle School's student population of 610 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
610 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hilliard A. Wilbanks 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 Hilliard A. Wilbanks Middle School is 0.61, 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
#1248 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
43%
19%
Black
3%
36%
White
46%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 Hilliard A. Wilbanks Middle School's ranking?
Hilliard A. Wilbanks Middle School is ranked #1248 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?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Hilliard A. Wilbanks Middle School?
610 students attend Hilliard A. Wilbanks Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Hilliard A. Wilbanks Middle School students are White, 43% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hilliard A. Wilbanks Middle School?
Hilliard A. Wilbanks Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hilliard A. Wilbanks Middle School offer ?
Hilliard A. Wilbanks Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Hilliard A. Wilbanks Middle School part of?
Hilliard A. Wilbanks Middle School is part of Habersham County School District.
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