Serving 1,103 students in grades 6-8, Saint Marys Middle School 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 52% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% 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: 1,103 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Saint Marys Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Saint Marys Middle School's student population of 1,103 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,103 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Saint Marys Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Saint Marys Middle School is 0.62, 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
#349 out of 2204 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
11%
19%
Black
19%
36%
White
57%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
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 Saint Marys Middle School's ranking?
Saint Marys Middle School is ranked #349 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Saint Marys Middle School often compared to?
Saint Marys Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Camden Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Saint Marys Middle School?
1,103 students attend Saint Marys Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Saint Marys Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Saint Marys Middle School?
Saint Marys Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Saint Marys Middle School offer ?
Saint Marys Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Saint Marys Middle School part of?
Saint Marys Middle School is part of Camden County School District.
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