Serving 2,058 students in grades 6-8, Mcconnell 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 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (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 84% 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: 2,058 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mcconnell Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
School Overview
Mcconnell Middle School's student population of 2,058 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 132 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,058 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
132 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mcconnell Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mcconnell 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
#434 out of 2192 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
20%
19%
Black
56%
36%
White
16%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Mcconnell Middle School's ranking?
Mcconnell Middle School is ranked #434 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Mcconnell Middle School?
2,058 students attend Mcconnell Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Mcconnell Middle School students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mcconnell Middle School?
Mcconnell Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mcconnell Middle School offer ?
Mcconnell Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mcconnell Middle School part of?
Mcconnell Middle School is part of Gwinnett County School District.
School Reviews
3 3/22/2020
There food is trash but teachers are ok.
5 8/26/2019
The best school I have ever taught at.
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