Serving 658 students in grades 6-8, Veterans Memorial 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 33% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower 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 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 658 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Veterans Memorial Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Veterans Memorial Middle School's student population of 658 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
658 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Veterans Memorial 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 Veterans Memorial Middle School is 0.73, which is more 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
#1010 out of 2204 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
19%
19%
Black
32%
36%
White
35%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Veterans Memorial Middle School's ranking?
Veterans Memorial Middle School is ranked #1010 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Veterans Memorial Middle School often compared to?
Veterans Memorial Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Richards Middle School, Blackmon Road Middle School, Aaron Cohn Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Veterans Memorial Middle School?
658 students attend Veterans Memorial Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Veterans Memorial Middle School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Veterans Memorial Middle School?
Veterans Memorial Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Veterans Memorial Middle School offer ?
Veterans Memorial Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Veterans Memorial Middle School part of?
Veterans Memorial Middle School is part of Muscogee County School District.
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