Serving 754 students in grades 6-8, The Champion Middle Theme 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 26% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (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.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 754 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
The Champion Middle Theme School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
The Champion Middle Theme School's student population of 754 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
754 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The Champion Middle Theme School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of The Champion Middle Theme School is 0.10, 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
#1144 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
3%
19%
Black
95%
36%
White
n/a
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Champion Middle Theme School's ranking?
The Champion Middle Theme School is ranked #1144 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are The Champion Middle Theme School often compared to?
The Champion Middle Theme Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chapel Hill Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend The Champion Middle Theme School?
754 students attend The Champion Middle Theme School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of The Champion Middle Theme School students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of The Champion Middle Theme School?
The Champion Middle Theme School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does The Champion Middle Theme School offer ?
The Champion Middle Theme School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is The Champion Middle Theme School part of?
The Champion Middle Theme School is part of Dekalb County School District.
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