Middle Schools in Floyd County

The three middle schools in Floyd County—Model Middle School, Pepperell Middle School, and Coosa Middle School—serve grades 5-7 and are part of a district ranked in the 87th percentile statewide, offering a strong educational foundation for families in this northwest Georgia area.

Model Middle School is the clear academic leader, ranking 116th in Georgia with 4 stars. Its math performance is exceptional—6th-grade proficiency hits 72.6%, nearly double the state average—and it leads the county in every subject and grade level tested. Pepperell Middle School is the most improved, jumping 71 spots in two years to a 4-star rating (135th in Georgia). Its 7th-grade ELA score (52.1%) is the highest in the county, though its 5th-grade science proficiency (34.4%) lags 10 points behind the state. Coosa Middle School is the steady climber, rising from 246th to 172nd (4 stars), but remains the lowest-ranked school. It spends the most per student ($16,322) and has the smallest class sizes (11.6:1), yet its 7th-grade ELA score (28.8%) is a significant concern.

Economic factors correlate with performance—Model has the lowest free/reduced lunch rate (47.3%) and highest scores, while Coosa has the highest rate (76.9%) and generally lower results. However, Pepperell's success despite 68.3% poverty shows progress is possible. All three schools excel at attendance, with chronic absenteeism (7.2%-11.2%) far below the state's 17.7%. Model's consistent math excellence across all grades suggests a strong curriculum, while Coosa's uneven grade-level results point to potential instructional gaps. For parents, Model offers the strongest academics, Pepperell provides momentum and improvement, and Coosa offers the most personalized attention—though it may need targeted support in literacy and science.