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Chestatee Middle School

Q: Is Chestatee Middle School a good school?

Chestatee Middle School ranks 308 th of 578 Georgia middle schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 2 stars out of 5.

Public Grades 6-8

308^th

SchoolDigger Rank ?

of 578 Georgia Middle Schools

Better than 47% of Georgia middle schools

Summary

Chestatee Middle School in Gainesville, GA, serves 834 students in grades 6-8 as part of Hall County Schools, and has maintained a steady 2-star rating over the past decade, ranking in the 42nd percentile statewide for the 2025-2026 school year.

The most striking bright spot at Chestatee is its Algebra I program. An impressive 74.3% of students scored proficient or better on the End of Course exam—far exceeding the district (38.7%) and state (48.1%) averages. This isn't a fluke; the school has posted similarly strong results for three straight years, suggesting a highly effective advanced math pathway. The school also shines in supporting students who often face extra challenges: English Language Learners rank in the 54th percentile statewide, and Special Education students rank in the 63rd percentile, both earning 3 stars. Additionally, 8th grade Science proficiency (19.3%) outpaces the district (12.2%) by a wide margin. However, these strengths contrast with some struggles. Chronic absenteeism sits at 25.1%—well above the district (18.6%) and state (17.7%) averages—though it is improving. Social Studies proficiency (29.7%) remains below district (32.6%) and state (40.2%) levels, and 8th grade HS Physical Science proficiency (31.4%) lags significantly behind the district (49.3%).

Compared to nearby schools, Chestatee sits in the middle of the pack. North Hall Middle School (6 miles away) outperforms Chestatee across nearly every metric, with a 66th percentile ranking, 96.4% Algebra I proficiency, and notably lower chronic absenteeism (16.1%). C.W. Davis Middle School (10.7 miles away) also posts stronger Algebra I results (90%). Meanwhile, West Hall Middle School (8.5 miles away) lags behind Chestatee in most metrics despite similar demographics. With a favorable student-teacher ratio of 12.5:1 and per-student spending of $13,946, Chestatee offers solid resources. The school is a study in contrasts—exceptional in advanced math and special population support, but facing ongoing challenges in attendance and certain subjects. The improving absenteeism trend and strong science gains suggest momentum for future growth.

834

Students ?

12.5

Student/teacher ratio ?

$13,946

Per pupil spending ?

71.5%

Free/discounted lunch ?

2740 Fran Mar Dr
Gainesville, GA 30506

(770) 297-6270

District: Hall County

Students who attend Chestatee Middle School usually attend:

High:

Chestatee High School

Feeder schools for Chestatee Middle School:

Elementary:	Lanier Elementary School
	Lyman Hall Elementary School
	McEver Elementary School
	Sardis Elementary School

Racial breakdown:

Hispanic:

54.4%

White:

41.8%

Two or more races:

1.8%

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At a glance

▲ Ranking trend: Rebounding — 36th percentile in 2017 → 47th in 2026

Strengths

✓Ranking is rebounding — up to 47th (2026) from a 36th-percentile low (2017)

Worth a look

!Test scores below the Georgia average (37% vs 43% meeting standards)

!High chronic absenteeism (25% vs 18% Georgia)

!Some student groups rank well below the school's overall statewide standing

Students meeting standards (2025-2026) ?

This school37%

District avg37%

Georgia avg43%

308^th of 578

Georgia public middle schools ?

Bottom 47%▼ down 6 pts since 2016

From top 47% (2016) to bottom 47% (2026)

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★★★★★

SchoolDigger rating ?

5^th of 8Middle Schools in the Hall County

118^th of 201Hall 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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All Students

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Georgia percentile	Rating
2026	42.5	308 of 578	46.7%	★★☆☆☆
2025	40.2	338 of 585	42.2%	★★☆☆☆
2024	40.8	327 of 578	43.4%	★★☆☆☆
2023	39.2	339 of 569	40.4%	★★☆☆☆
2022	37.1	343 of 558	38.5%	★★☆☆☆
2021	38.1	322 of 542	40.6%	★★☆☆☆
2019	42.2	318 of 559	43.1%	★★☆☆☆
2018	40.0	325 of 543	40.1%	★★☆☆☆
2017	37.4	344 of 539	36.2%	★★☆☆☆
2016	49.2	255 of 545	53.2%	★★★☆☆
2015	58.6	195 of 537	63.7%	★★★☆☆
2014	59.6	234 of 521	55.1%	★★★☆☆
2013	52.2	295 of 527	44.0%	★★☆☆☆
2012	57.5	242 of 508	52.4%	★★★☆☆
2011	57.4	233 of 504	53.8%	★★★☆☆
2010	46.9	298 of 494	39.7%	★★☆☆☆
2009	52.2	248 of 466	46.8%	★★☆☆☆
2008	46.3	279 of 462	39.6%	★★☆☆☆
2007	47.1	276 of 445	38.0%	★★☆☆☆
2006	43.7	281 of 420	33.1%	★★☆☆☆

English Language Learner

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Georgia percentile	Rating
2026	41.9	77 of 166	53.6%	★★★☆☆
2025	29.6	166 of 199	16.6%	★☆☆☆☆
2024	27.9	173 of 200	13.5%	★☆☆☆☆
2023	25.8	148 of 166	10.8%	★☆☆☆☆
2022	22.0	153 of 157	2.5%	☆☆☆☆☆

Female

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Georgia percentile	Rating
2026	34.8	349 of 550	36.5%	★★☆☆☆
2025	34.1	368 of 567	35.1%	★★☆☆☆
2024	36.0	350 of 558	37.3%	★★☆☆☆
2023	35.7	352 of 553	36.3%	★★☆☆☆
2022	36.4	339 of 544	37.7%	★★☆☆☆

Hispanic

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Georgia percentile	Rating
2026	32.6	253 of 374	32.4%	★★☆☆☆
2025	28.4	300 of 400	25.0%	★☆☆☆☆
2024	23.2	318 of 381	16.5%	★☆☆☆☆
2023	21.5	331 of 380	12.9%	★☆☆☆☆
2022	18.9	327 of 367	10.9%	★☆☆☆☆

Male

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Georgia percentile	Rating
2026	46.9	275 of 550	50.0%	★★★☆☆
2025	43.4	299 of 569	47.5%	★★☆☆☆
2024	40.5	321 of 561	42.8%	★★☆☆☆
2023	39.3	328 of 559	41.3%	★★☆☆☆
2022	36.2	342 of 553	38.2%	★★☆☆☆

Migrant

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Georgia percentile	Rating
2023	48.8	78 of 157	50.3%	★★★☆☆
2022	38.1	94 of 159	40.9%	★★☆☆☆

Special Education

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Georgia percentile	Rating
2026	53.2	159 of 425	62.6%	★★★☆☆
2025	42.4	236 of 442	46.6%	★★☆☆☆
2024	49.7	177 of 437	59.5%	★★★☆☆
2023	47.2	188 of 429	56.2%	★★★☆☆
2022	47.1	187 of 431	56.6%	★★★☆☆

White

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Georgia percentile	Rating
2026	32.4	286 of 404	29.2%	★☆☆☆☆
2025	32.8	285 of 415	31.3%	★★☆☆☆
2024	38.2	254 of 417	39.1%	★★☆☆☆
2023	34.6	275 of 429	35.9%	★★☆☆☆
2022	38.2	262 of 425	38.4%	★★☆☆☆

How student groups rank statewide ? (each group's percentile vs the same group at other schools — higher is better; the +/- beside each compares the group with this school's overall percentile)

Special Education (2026)63rd percentile+16 vs school

English Language Learner (2026)54th percentile+7 vs school

Migrant (2023)50th percentile+10 vs school

Male (2026)50th percentile+3 vs school

Female (2026)37th percentile-10 vs school

Hispanic (2026)32nd percentile-14 vs school

White (2026)29th percentile-18 vs school

By subject vs Georgia (2025-2026) ?

Algebra I74%+26 vs state

Mathematics40%-3 vs state

HS Physical Science31%-30 vs state

Social Studies30%-10 vs state

Science19%-10 vs state

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by a parent
Tuesday, July 5, 2011

This I a Great School It has A lot of Opportunities For Young Children!!! Great Teachers They Are Nice,Friendly, and Very Supportive!We Moved And And I Had To Take My Kids Out of That School it I Wish They Still Went There. Chestatee Had Great Academics! I Think It Is A Great School And I Would Recommend it To Everyone!!! Close Quote

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking (2026)				Ranking (2025)				Milestones Assessment Algebra I (2026)	Milestones Assessment Mathematics (2026)			Milestones Assessment Science (2026)	Milestones Assessment Social Studies (2026)	Milestones Assessment HS Physical Science (2026)	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 (2026)	Statewide Rank (2026)	State Percentile (2026)	SchoolDigger Rating (2026)	Average Standard Score (2025)	Statewide Rank (2025)	State Percentile (2025)	Rank Change from Previous Year	Milestones Assessment Algebra I End of Course	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	Milestones Assessment HS Physical Science 8th Grade	Per Pupil Expenditures Total	Sub-total from Federal Funds	Sub-total from State/Local Funds
Chestatee Middle School	Public	6-8	2740 Fran Mar Dr	Gainesville	30506	Hall County	Hall County	No	No	No	Yes	(770) 297-6270	834	66	12.5	71.5%	349 (41.8%)	6 (0.7%)	454 (54.4%)	6 (0.7%)	2 (0.2%)	2 (0.2%)	15 (1.8%)	42.5	308^th of 578 public middle schools	46.7%		40.2	338^th of 585 public middle schools	42.2%	30	74.3	37.3	35.3	46.0	19.3	29.7	31.4	$13,946	$708	$13,237
Gainesville Middle School West	Public	6-8	1279 McEver Rd SW	Gainesville	30504	Hall County	Gainesville City	No	(n/a)	No	(n/a)	(770) 532-6250	931	57	16.3	73.3%	50 (5.4%)	201 (21.6%)	613 (65.8%)	29 (3.1%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	38 (4.1%)	19.7	466^th of 578 public middle schools	19.4%		18.4	483^rd of 585 public middle schools	17.4%	17	51.1	16.9	19.6	24.9	7.0	26.2	36.2	$9,571	$217	$9,353
Gainesville Middle School East	Public	6-8	1581 Community Way	Gainesville	30501	Hall County	Gainesville City	No	No	No	Yes	(770) 534-4237	896	61	14.6	73.3%	163 (18.2%)	153 (17.1%)	522 (58.3%)	10 (1.1%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	48 (5.4%)	31.8	386^th of 578 public middle schools	33.2%		30.7	404^th of 585 public middle schools	30.9%	18	78.1	26.7	33.0	27.2	19.5	24.7	67.8	$13,404	$712	$12,692
North Hall Middle School	Public	6-8	4856 Rilla Rd	Gainesville	30506	Hall County	Hall County	No	No	No	No	(770) 983-9749	826	59	14.1	41.8%	635 (76.9%)	13 (1.6%)	154 (18.6%)	2 (0.2%)	3 (0.4%)	0 (0.0%)	19 (2.3%)	61.6	198^th of 578 public middle schools	65.7%		60.4	205^th of 585 public middle schools	65.0%	7	96.4	38.9	46.0	61.3	15.6	56.2	48.9	$12,580	$328	$12,252
West Hall Middle School	Public	6-8	5470 McEver Rd	Oakwood	30566	Hall County	Hall County	No	No	No	Yes	(770) 967-4871	842	69	12.2	74.1%	195 (23.2%)	65 (7.7%)	548 (65.1%)	15 (1.8%)	1 (0.1%)	0 (0.0%)	18 (2.1%)	23.8	437^th of 578 public middle schools	24.4%		16.1	500^th of 585 public middle schools	14.5%	63	91.8	24.6	18.5	33.2	10.6	22.1	38.8	$13,836	$682	$13,154
South Hall Middle School	Public	6-8	3215 Poplar Springs Rd	Gainesville	30507	Hall County	Hall County	No	No	No	Yes	(770) 532-4416	955	75	12.6	77.4%	176 (18.4%)	39 (4.1%)	706 (73.9%)	18 (1.9%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.1%)	15 (1.6%)	44.7	297^th of 578 public middle schools	48.6%		41.6	327^th of 585 public middle schools	44.1%	30	79.6	45.8	32.9	46.9	8.3	28.1	57.2	$14,034	$878	$13,156
World Language Academy Middle School	Public	6-8	3215 Poplar Springs Rd	Gainesville	30507	Hall County	Hall County	No	No	No	No	(770) 533-4004	256	20	12.9	61.7%	37 (14.5%)	5 (2.0%)	210 (82.0%)	2 (0.8%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	2 (0.8%)	37.1	345^th of 578 public middle schools	40.3%		45.7	294^th of 585 public middle schools	49.7%	51	82.6	32.6	33.7	37.7		39.8	22.6	$12,333	$329	$12,004
East Hall Middle School	Public	6-8	4120 E Hall Rd	Gainesville	30507	Hall County	Hall County	No	No	No	Yes	(770) 531-9457	775	72	10.7	81.8%	220 (28.4%)	30 (3.9%)	498 (64.3%)	2 (0.3%)	1 (0.1%)	1 (0.1%)	23 (3.0%)	28	412^th of 578 public middle schools	28.7%		24	444^th of 585 public middle schools	24.1%	32	90.9	20.7	29.1	33.7	8.1	23.6	63.0	$16,504	$1,001	$15,502
Little Mill Middle School	Public	6-8	6800 Little Mill Rd	Cumming	30041	Forsyth County	Forsyth County	No	No	No	Yes	(678) 965-5000	916	57	16.0	40.0%	662 (72.3%)	17 (1.9%)	189 (20.6%)	13 (1.4%)	3 (0.3%)	1 (0.1%)	31 (3.4%)	50.2	261^st of 578 public middle schools	54.8%		59	211^th of 585 public middle schools	63.9%	50	96.1	48.3	46.0	41.4		40.6	27.5	$12,527	$420	$12,107
C. W. Davis Middle School	Public	6-8	4335 Falcon Pkwy	Flowery Branch	30542	Hall County	Hall County	No	No	No	No	(770) 965-3020	748	55	13.6	53.1%	386 (51.6%)	43 (5.7%)	267 (35.7%)	20 (2.7%)	1 (0.1%)	1 (0.1%)	30 (4.0%)	43.2	305^th of 578 public middle schools	47.2%		46.7	286^th of 585 public middle schools	51.1%	19	90.0	46.9	43.9	38.1	10.5	20.8	51.8	$13,565	$377	$13,189

Frequently Asked Questions about Chestatee Middle School

How many students attend Chestatee Middle School?

In the 2024-25 school year, 834 students attended Chestatee Middle School.

Is Chestatee Middle School a good school?

Chestatee Middle School ranks 308^th of 578 Georgia middle schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 2 stars out of 5.

What district is Chestatee Middle School in?

Hall County

What is the racial makeup of Chestatee Middle School?

Students at Chestatee Middle School are 54% Hispanic, 42% White, 2% Two or more races.

What high school do graduates of Chestatee Middle School attend?

Students who attend Chestatee Middle School usually go on to attend Chestatee High School

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