Serving 860 students in grades 6-8, Snelson-golden 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 17% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower 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 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 860 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Snelson-golden Middle School's student population of 860 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
860 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
School Rankings
Snelson-golden Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Snelson-golden Middle School is 0.56, 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
#1612 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
13%
19%
Black
64%
36%
White
12%
35%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
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 Snelson-golden Middle School's ranking?
Snelson-golden Middle School is ranked #1612 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Snelson-golden Middle School often compared to?
Snelson-golden Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lewis Frasier Middle School, Midway Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Snelson-golden Middle School?
860 students attend Snelson-golden Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Snelson-golden Middle School students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Snelson-golden Middle School?
Snelson-golden Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Snelson-golden Middle School offer ?
Snelson-golden Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Snelson-golden Middle School part of?
Snelson-golden Middle School is part of Liberty County School District.
School Calendar
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Date
School Holiday - Fall Break
October 13, 2025 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break - School Holidays
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break (School Holidays)
April 06, 2026 (Monday)
Last Day of School
May 22, 2026 (Friday)
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