Serving 811 students in grades 6-8, Irma C. Austin 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 35% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is equal to 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 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 811 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Irma C. Austin Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Irma C. Austin Middle School's student population of 811 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
811 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Irma C. Austin 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 Irma C. Austin Middle School is 0.67, 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
#932 out of 2204 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
14%
19%
Black
35%
36%
White
44%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Irma C. Austin Middle School's ranking?
Irma C. Austin Middle School is ranked #932 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Irma C. Austin Middle School often compared to?
Irma C. Austin Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chapel Hill Middle School, Mason Creek Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Irma C. Austin Middle School?
811 students attend Irma C. Austin Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Irma C. Austin Middle School students are White, 35% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Irma C. Austin Middle School?
Irma C. Austin Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Irma C. Austin Middle School offer ?
Irma C. Austin Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Irma C. Austin Middle School part of?
Irma C. Austin Middle School is part of Paulding County School District.
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