Serving 891 students in grades 6-8, Oconee County Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher 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 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 891 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 71% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oconee County Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Oconee County Middle School's student population of 891 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
891 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Oconee County Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oconee County Middle School is 0.32, 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
#147 out of 2192 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)71%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
7%
19%
Black
4%
36%
White
82%
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
19%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Oconee County Middle School's ranking?
Oconee County Middle School is ranked #147 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Oconee County Middle School often compared to?
Oconee County Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Malcom Bridge Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Oconee County Middle School?
891 students attend Oconee County Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Oconee County Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oconee County Middle School?
Oconee County Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Oconee County Middle School offer ?
Oconee County Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Oconee County Middle School part of?
Oconee County Middle School is part of Oconee County School District.
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