Serving 686 students in grades 6-8, Betty Gray 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 28% (which is lower than 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 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 686 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Betty Gray Middle School's student population of 686 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
686 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Rankings
Betty Gray 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 Betty Gray Middle School is 0.57, 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
#1417 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
45%
19%
Black
48%
36%
White
4%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
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 Betty Gray Middle School's ranking?
Betty Gray Middle School is ranked #1417 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Betty Gray Middle School often compared to?
Betty Gray Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mason Creek Middle School, East Cobb Middle School, Chestnut Log 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 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Betty Gray Middle School?
686 students attend Betty Gray Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Betty Gray Middle School students are Black, 45% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Betty Gray Middle School?
Betty Gray Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Betty Gray Middle School offer ?
Betty Gray Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Betty Gray Middle School part of?
Betty Gray Middle School is part of Cobb County School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day of School
May 21, 2025 (Wednesday)
First Day of School
August 04, 2025 (Monday)
Fall Break
September 22, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break
April 06, 2026 (Monday)
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