Serving 739 students in grades 6-8, Ware County Middle 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 27% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% 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: 739 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
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Ware County Middle School's student population of 739 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
739 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
School Calendar
Ware County Middle 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 Ware County Middle School is 0.61, 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
#1278 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
9%
19%
Black
29%
36%
White
55%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Ware County Middle School's ranking?
Ware County Middle School is ranked #1278 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Ware County Middle School often compared to?
Ware County Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brantley County Middle School, Waycross Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Ware County Middle School?
739 students attend Ware County Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Ware County Middle School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ware County Middle School?
Ware County Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ware County Middle School offer ?
Ware County Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ware County Middle School part of?
Ware County Middle School is part of Ware County School District.
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