Serving 1,664 students in grades 5-8, Thomas County 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 27% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 1,664 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Thomas County Middle School's student population of 1,664 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 125 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,664 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
125 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Thomas County 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 Thomas County Middle School is 0.61, 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
#1253 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
8%
19%
Black
33%
36%
White
53%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
9%
7%
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 Thomas County Middle School's ranking?
Thomas County Middle School is ranked #1253 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Thomas County Middle School often compared to?
Thomas County Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Macintyre Park Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Thomas County Middle School?
1,664 students attend Thomas County Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Thomas County Middle School students are White, 33% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Thomas County Middle School?
Thomas County Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Thomas County Middle School offer ?
Thomas County Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Thomas County Middle School part of?
Thomas County Middle School is part of Thomas County School District.
School Reviews
5 9/20/2018
I think that the teachers are amazing! I have gone here all year and I have been in MERIT throughout the years. I have met every single teacher, and they have all treated me the same. They love me and I love them so much!
2 2/1/2010
I think sometimes the teachers can be bullies. Parents should be aware, what they say to us and how they treat our kids when we are not there, is totally opposite!
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