Serving 557 students in grades 6-8, Austin Road 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 15% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 557 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Austin Road Middle School's student population of 557 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
557 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Austin Road Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Austin Road Middle School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1294 out of 2168 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
15%
18%
Black
75%
36%
White
5%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Austin Road Middle School's ranking?
Austin Road Middle School is ranked #1294 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Austin Road Middle School often compared to?
Austin Road Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Woodland Middle School, Dutchtown Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend Austin Road Middle School?
557 students attend Austin Road Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Austin Road Middle School students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Austin Road Middle School?
Austin Road Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Austin Road Middle School offer ?
Austin Road Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Austin Road Middle School part of?
Austin Road Middle School is part of Henry County School District.
School Reviews
5 8/5/2021
I loved this school great people and awesome learning if I could I would 100% go again and yes my twin sons go there too!
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