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Appling County Middle School

2997 Blackshear Hwy
Baxley, GA 31513
(School attendance zone shown in map)
6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 740 students in grades 6-8, Appling 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 39% (which is equal to the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 740 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 48%
  • : Top 50% in GA
  • : 39% (Top 50%)
  • : 35% (Top 50%)
  • : 32% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
<Âé¶¹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class="so-dt-title" id="top-rankings">Top Rankings

Appling County Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:

Category
Attribute
<Âé¶¹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id="overview">School Overview
Appling County Middle School's student population of 740 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
740 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
<Âé¶¹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id="school-rankings">School Rankings
Appling 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 Appling County Middle School is 0.64, 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.
This School
State Level (GA)
#973 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
39%
39%
35%
40%
32%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
21%
19%
Black
23%
36%
White
52%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.64
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<Âé¶¹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
What is Appling County Middle School's ranking?
Appling County Middle School is ranked #973 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Appling County Middle School?
740 students attend Appling County Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Appling County Middle School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Appling County Middle School?
Appling County Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Appling County Middle School offer ?
Appling County Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Appling County Middle School part of?
Appling County Middle School is part of Appling County School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 740 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 48%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 39% (Top 50%)
  • : 35% (Top 50%)
  • : 32% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education

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