Serving 545 students in grades 6-8, Oglethorpe County Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher 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 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 545 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Oglethorpe County Middle School's student population of 545 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
545 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
Oglethorpe County Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oglethorpe County Middle School is 0.58, 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
#764 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
14%
19%
Black
18%
36%
White
61%
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
62%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oglethorpe County Middle School's ranking?
Oglethorpe County Middle School is ranked #764 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Oglethorpe County Middle School often compared to?
Oglethorpe County Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jefferson Middle School, Oconee County Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% 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 Oglethorpe County Middle School?
545 students attend Oglethorpe County Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Oglethorpe County Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oglethorpe County Middle School?
Oglethorpe County Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Oglethorpe County Middle School offer ?
Oglethorpe County Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Oglethorpe County Middle School part of?
Oglethorpe County Middle School is part of Oglethorpe County School District.
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