Serving 1,019 students in grades 6-8, Monroe County Middle School- Banks Stephens Campus ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,019 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Monroe County Middle School- Banks Stephens Campus ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Monroe County Middle School- Banks Stephens Campus's student population of 1,019 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,019 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Monroe County Middle School- Banks Stephens Campus ranks within the top 20% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Monroe County Middle School- Banks Stephens Campus is 0.47, 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
#430 out of 2168 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
4%
18%
Black
23%
36%
White
69%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Monroe County Middle School- Banks Stephens Campus's ranking?
Monroe County Middle School- Banks Stephens Campus is ranked #430 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Monroe County Middle School- Banks Stephens Campus often compared to?
Monroe County Middle School- Banks Stephens Campusis often viewed alongside schools like Mary Persons High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend Monroe County Middle School- Banks Stephens Campus?
1,019 students attend Monroe County Middle School- Banks Stephens Campus.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Monroe County Middle School- Banks Stephens Campus students are White, 23% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Monroe County Middle School- Banks Stephens Campus?
Monroe County Middle School- Banks Stephens Campus has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Monroe County Middle School- Banks Stephens Campus offer ?
Monroe County Middle School- Banks Stephens Campus offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Monroe County Middle School- Banks Stephens Campus part of?
Monroe County Middle School- Banks Stephens Campus is part of Monroe County School District.
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