Serving 1,511 students in grades 6-8, Sammy Mcclure Sr. Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% 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: 1,511 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sammy Mcclure Sr. Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Sammy Mcclure Sr. Middle School's student population of 1,511 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,511 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sammy Mcclure Sr. Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sammy Mcclure Sr. Middle School is 0.52, 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
#159 out of 2168 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
10%
18%
Black
17%
36%
White
67%
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
9%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sammy Mcclure Sr. Middle School's ranking?
Sammy Mcclure Sr. Middle School is ranked #159 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Sammy Mcclure Sr. Middle School often compared to?
Sammy Mcclure Sr. Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Paulding Middle School, Lena Mae Moses Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend Sammy Mcclure Sr. Middle School?
1,511 students attend Sammy Mcclure Sr. Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Sammy Mcclure Sr. Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sammy Mcclure Sr. Middle School?
Sammy Mcclure Sr. Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sammy Mcclure Sr. Middle School offer ?
Sammy Mcclure Sr. Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Sammy Mcclure Sr. Middle School part of?
Sammy Mcclure Sr. Middle School is part of Paulding County School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Last Day of School - 2 Hour Early Release
May 22, 2024 (Wednesday)
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