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Sandy Springs Middle School

Q: Is Sandy Springs Middle School a good school?

Sandy Springs Middle School ranks 279 th of 584 Georgia middle schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 3 stars out of 5.

Public Grades 6-8

279^th

SchoolDigger Rank ?

of 584 Georgia Middle Schools

Better than 52% of Georgia middle schools

Summary

Sandy Springs Middle School is a public middle school in Atlanta, Georgia, serving 774 students in grades 6-8. The school is part of the Fulton County School District, which is ranked 47th out of 206 districts in Georgia and has a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger.

One of Sandy Springs Middle School's strengths is its academic performance, as the school consistently outperforms the Fulton County and Georgia state averages in Milestones Assessments across various subjects and grade levels. For example, in the 2024-2025 school year, 82.5% of students were proficient or better in Algebra I, compared to 57.7% in Fulton County and 44.9% in Georgia. However, the school's performance in English Language Arts and Mathematics is slightly lower than nearby schools like Autrey Mill Middle School, Crabapple Middle School, and Elkins Pointe Middle School, which have higher proficiency rates in these subjects.

One factor that may contribute to Sandy Springs Middle School's academic performance is its relatively low student-teacher ratio, ranging from 13 to 13.4 students per teacher over the past few years, which is lower than the nearby schools. Additionally, the school has a higher percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 59.44% to 65.63% in recent years, indicating a higher proportion of economically disadvantaged students compared to the nearby schools. Despite these challenges, Sandy Springs Middle School has consistently ranked in the middle to upper-middle range of Georgia middle schools, typically between the 220th and 279th position out of around 550-600 schools, with a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger.

763

Students ?

12.3

Student/teacher ratio ?

$18,023

Per pupil spending ?

100%

Free/discounted lunch ?

8750 Pride Pl
Atlanta, GA 30350

(470) 254-4970

District: Fulton County

Students who attend Sandy Springs Middle School usually attend:

High:

North Springs High School

Feeder schools for Sandy Springs Middle School:

Elementary:	Dunwoody Springs Elementary School
	Ison Springs Elementary School
	Spalding Drive Elementary
	Woodland Elementary School

Racial breakdown:

African American:

50.5%

Hispanic:

27.7%

White:

9.8%

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At a glance

▬ Ranking trend: Holding steady — 53rd percentile in 2015 → 52nd in 2025

Strengths

✓Above the Georgia median (52nd percentile)

Worth a look

!Social Studies scores 12 pts below the Georgia average

Students meeting standards (2024-2025) ?

This school36%

District avg52%

Georgia avg40%

279^th of 584

Georgia public middle schools ?

Top 48%▼ down 1 pts since 2015

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★★★★★

SchoolDigger rating ?

12^th of 20Middle Schools in the Fulton County

47^th of 206Fulton County among Georgia districts

Statewide rank percentile over time (100 = the top-ranked school in the state; click a legend item to add a student group)

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Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Georgia percentile	Rating
2025	47.8	279 of 584	52.2%	★★★☆☆
2024	49.1	279 of 588	52.6%	★★★☆☆
2023	49.0	270 of 577	53.2%	★★★☆☆
2022	48.0	277 of 567	51.1%	★★★☆☆
2021	53.9	236 of 542	56.5%	★★★☆☆
2019	56.3	220 of 559	60.6%	★★★☆☆
2018	48.9	265 of 543	51.2%	★★★☆☆
2017	51.2	247 of 539	54.2%	★★★☆☆
2016	47.1	273 of 545	49.9%	★★★☆☆
2015	50.4	250 of 537	53.4%	★★★☆☆
2014	51.9	300 of 521	42.4%	★★☆☆☆
2013	53.9	283 of 527	46.3%	★★☆☆☆
2012	51.4	283 of 508	44.3%	★★☆☆☆
2011	51.0	288 of 504	42.9%	★★☆☆☆
2010	52.7	259 of 494	47.6%	★★☆☆☆
2009	56.4	225 of 466	51.7%	★★★☆☆
2008	44.7	291 of 462	37.0%	★★☆☆☆
2007	54.8	224 of 445	49.7%	★★★☆☆
2006	50.9	228 of 420	45.7%	★★☆☆☆

By subject vs Georgia (2024-2025) ?

Algebra I82%+38 vs state

English Language Arts43%~ state avg

Mathematics33%-8 vs state

Social Studies27%-12 vs state

Science23%-6 vs state

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What people are saying

by a parent
Thursday, October 24, 2019

The teachers are great. Advanced classes really challenge the kids. Lots of extra curricular activities. Close Quote

by a parent
Wednesday, October 11, 2017

We are new to SSCMS this year with a sixth grader and are completely thrilled with our child's experience so far. The teachers in his core classes (math/ELA/science/social studies are top notch, with rigorous STEAM Academy and TAG level classes. We're so happy to be part of the SSCMS family and urge others to come take a tour - it's a pretty special place! Close Quote

by a parent
Monday, May 23, 2016

My son is about to finish his 7th grade year at SSCMS and we have only had positive experiences. He is 13 years old and ADHD. We tried the private school route (GHA, Galloway)... but honestly they (unlike Public Schools) are not mandated to know how to teach a student with my son's challenges. He is very bright and came to SSCMS in the 6th grade and went right into advanced classes. We have a 504 plan for him and I regularly speak, text and email with his teachers when necessary. He is challenged by the curriculum and has a great, diverse social life. The first year I wasn't very involved... but this year I was able to take on more volunteer roles and spend time getting to know the admin. They are a dedicated group of educators who are working on building SSCMS into a top level, superior school for our community. I would suggest to anyone interested... before you decide on a private school, or consider moving to another county... just walk through the doors of Sandy Springs Charter Middle School and see and hear what all the great buzz is about! Close Quote

by a parent
Thursday, May 19, 2016

I've got a rising 8th grader, as well as a child at North Springs High School - i have no doubt this is where they needed to be and are more than prepared for the next step. This middle school had my rising Jr. well-prepared for the honor/AP classes he's taking.

The new principal wants his kids to succeed! He has a great staff and has created a whole new energy at the school that is evident as soon as you walk thru the front doors. He is working hard to engage the parents and the local communities to get involved. He's created an open door, approachable environment that makes you want to come to school and learn! Close Quote

by a citizen
Monday, February 7, 2011

Sandy Springs Middle does an excellent job of teaching, inspiring, and communicating with kids of middle school ages 11-14. The principal Dr. Kay Walker has a terrific staff that is hard working and talented. Close Quote

Schools Near Sandy Springs Middle School

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking (2025)				Ranking (2024)				Milestones Assessment Algebra I (2025)	Milestones Assessment English Language Arts (2025)			Milestones Assessment Mathematics (2025)			Milestones Assessment Science (2025)	Milestones Assessment Social Studies (2025)	Per Pupil Expenditures (2025)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score (2025)	Statewide Rank (2025)	State Percentile (2025)	SchoolDigger Rating (2025)	Average Standard Score (2024)	Statewide Rank (2024)	State Percentile (2024)	Rank Change from Previous Year	Milestones Assessment Algebra I End of Course	Milestones Assessment English Language Arts 6th Grade	Milestones Assessment English Language Arts 7th Grade	Milestones Assessment English Language Arts 8th Grade	Milestones Assessment Mathematics 6th Grade	Milestones Assessment Mathematics 7th Grade	Milestones Assessment Mathematics 8th Grade	Milestones Assessment Science 8th Grade	Milestones Assessment Social Studies 8th Grade	Per Pupil Expenditures Total	Sub-total from Federal Funds	Sub-total from State/Local Funds
Sandy Springs Middle School	Public	6-8	8750 Pride Pl	Atlanta	30350	Fulton County	Fulton County	No	No	No	Yes	(470) 254-4970	763	62	12.3	100.0%	75 (9.8%)	385 (50.5%)	211 (27.7%)	35 (4.6%)	6 (0.8%)	1 (0.1%)	50 (6.6%)	47.8	279^th of 584 public middle schools	52.2%		49.1	279^th of 588 public middle schools	52.6%		82.5	43.8	42.3	42.2	23.7	35.6	39.7	23.3	27.0	$18,023	$917	$17,106
Holcomb Bridge Middle School	Public	6-8	2700 Holcomb Bridge Rd	Alpharetta	30022	Fulton County	Fulton County	No	No	No	Yes	(470) 254-5280	598	55	10.8	62.0%	159 (26.6%)	102 (17.1%)	300 (50.2%)	18 (3.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	19 (3.2%)	45.9	291^st of 584 public middle schools	50.2%		46.9	296^th of 588 public middle schools	49.7%	5	73.6	46.7	39.4	34.1	45.1	33.3	32.3	14.9	25.8	$20,236	$924	$19,312
Crabapple Middle School	Public	6-8	10900 Woodstock Rd.	Roswell	30075	Fulton County	Fulton County	No	No	No	No	(470) 254-4520	881	70	12.6	19.5%	594 (67.4%)	105 (11.9%)	112 (12.7%)	28 (3.2%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	42 (4.8%)	92.5	46^th of 584 public middle schools	92.1%		93.6	41^st of 588 public middle schools	93.0%	5	85.3	67.1	64.7	65.6	54.0	68.6	70.1	56.2	70.3	$16,985	$452	$16,533
Elkins Pointe Middle School	Public	6-8	11290 Elkins Rd	Roswell	30076	Fulton County	Fulton County	No	No	No	Yes	(470) 254-2892	857	69	12.4	51.0%	302 (35.2%)	106 (12.4%)	391 (45.6%)	32 (3.7%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	26 (3.0%)	79.9	103^rd of 584 public middle schools	82.4%		76.8	118^th of 588 public middle schools	79.9%	15	97.5	53.1	52.5	54.8	53.6	56.1	59.5	48.6	42.6	$17,016	$750	$16,265
Haynes Bridge Middle School	Public	6-8	10665 Haynes Bridge Rd	Alpharetta	30022	Fulton County	Fulton County	No	No	No	No	(470) 254-7030	627	58	10.8	37.3%	280 (44.7%)	115 (18.3%)	166 (26.5%)	32 (5.1%)	4 (0.6%)	0 (0.0%)	30 (4.8%)	82.5	90^th of 584 public middle schools	84.6%		82.2	93^rd of 588 public middle schools	84.2%	3	85.3	57.5	66.0	54.1	57.5	60.4	59.3	34.9	46.8	$20,699	$546	$20,153
Dickerson Middle School	Public	6-8	855 Woodlawn Dr NE	Marietta	30068	Cobb County	Cobb County	No	No	No	No	(770) 578-2710	1,225	69	17.6	8.8%	730 (59.6%)	55 (4.5%)	89 (7.3%)	294 (24.0%)	3 (0.2%)	0 (0.0%)	54 (4.4%)	98.9	6^th of 584 public middle schools	99.0%		99.2	3^rd of 588 public middle schools	99.5%	3	100.0	82.9	87.3	80.0	87.4	92.3	90.1	58.9	76.7	$12,807	$322	$12,485
Peachtree Middle School	Public	6-8	4664 N Peachtree Rd	Atlanta	30338	DeKalb County	DeKalb County	No	No	No	Yes	(678) 676-7702	1,214	87	13.9	55.4%	332 (27.3%)	192 (15.8%)	569 (46.9%)	69 (5.7%)	3 (0.2%)	0 (0.0%)	49 (4.0%)	53.8	245^th of 584 public middle schools	58.0%		61.6	194^th of 588 public middle schools	67.0%	51	97.0	42.0	40.7	42.5	42.0	35.6	40.3	14.4	40.8	$18,127	$1,438	$16,689
Hightower Trail Middle School	Public	6-8	3905 Post Oak Tritt Rd	Marietta	30062	Cobb County	Cobb County	No	No	No	No	(770) 578-7225	944	61	15.5	10.1%	663 (70.2%)	44 (4.7%)	99 (10.5%)	96 (10.2%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	42 (4.4%)	96	24^th of 584 public middle schools	95.9%		97.4	16^th of 588 public middle schools	97.3%	8	100.0	74.6	72.9	67.8	73.3	71.7	81.7	53.0	66.2	$14,168	$321	$13,848
Autrey Mill Middle School	Public	6-8	4110 Old Alabama Rd	Alpharetta	30022	Fulton County	Fulton County	No	No	No	No	(470) 254-7622	1,256	89	14.1	14.9%	489 (38.9%)	114 (9.1%)	127 (10.1%)	448 (35.7%)	1 (0.1%)	0 (0.0%)	77 (6.1%)	97.5	18^th of 584 public middle schools	96.9%		96.2	24^th of 588 public middle schools	95.9%	6	98.6	80.1	79.1	73.7	80.6	82.9	80.1	47.3	76.6	$15,070	$478	$14,592
Dodgen Middle School	Public	6-8	1725 Bill Murdock Rd	Marietta	30062	Cobb County	Cobb County	No	No	No	No	(770) 578-2726	1,178	73	16.1	10.1%	648 (55.0%)	82 (7.0%)	99 (8.4%)	306 (26.0%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.1%)	42 (3.6%)	97.6	17^th of 584 public middle schools	97.1%		97.9	13^th of 588 public middle schools	97.8%	4	97.1	77.5	81.1	73.7	73.2	81.6	80.1	54.4	76.4	$13,659	$441	$13,218

Frequently Asked Questions about Sandy Springs Middle School

What high school do graduates of Sandy Springs Middle School attend?

Students who attend Sandy Springs Middle School usually go on to attend North Springs High School

Is Sandy Springs Middle School a good school?

Sandy Springs Middle School ranks 279^th of 584 Georgia middle schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 3 stars out of 5.

What is the racial makeup of Sandy Springs Middle School?

Students at Sandy Springs Middle School are 50% African American, 28% Hispanic, 10% White, 7% Two or more races, 5% Asian.

What district is Sandy Springs Middle School in?

Fulton County

How many students attend Sandy Springs Middle School?

In the 2024-25 school year, 763 students attended Sandy Springs Middle School.

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