Middle Schools in Morgan County

Morgan County Middle School is the sole middle school in Morgan County, Georgia, serving grades 6 through 8 with 749 students in a largely rural area east of Atlanta. Because it is the only middle school in the district, its test scores are identical to the district’s, making all comparisons effectively school-to-state.

This school stands out for exceptional math achievement, particularly in advanced coursework. The Algebra I End of Course exam shows a perfect 100% proficiency rate for both 2024-2025 and 2025-2026, far exceeding the state average of about 45-48%. Eighth-grade math proficiency is also strong at 69.4%, compared to the state’s 46.3%. The school has shown remarkable year-over-year improvement across nearly every subject, with 8th grade science jumping from 23.4% to 37.8% proficiency—now above the state average—and social studies rising from 33.5% to 46.5%. Its state ranking improved dramatically from 183rd (69th percentile) in 2024-2025 to 108th (81st percentile) in 2025-2026, earning a 4-star rating. The school also excels in high school Physical Science, with 81.5% proficiency versus the state’s 60.9%.

Beyond academics, the school maintains a low chronic absenteeism rate of 10.1%, well below the state’s 17.7%, despite 48.2% of students qualifying for free/reduced lunch. A favorable student-teacher ratio of 12.5:1 and per-student spending of $14,469 suggest strong resource allocation. While math clearly outpaces humanities—science and social studies remain below math proficiency levels—the school’s overall trajectory is positive. In the most recent ELA data available (2024-2025), the school met or exceeded state averages in all three grade levels, indicating balanced literacy skills. For parents, this school offers a well-rounded, improving education with standout math programs and strong student engagement.