Mitchell County Middle School

Mitchell County Middle School in Camilla, GA, serves 250 students in grades 6 through 8 and is part of the Mitchell County district. The school has shown a remarkable turnaround, climbing from a 1-star rating in 2023-2024 to a 3-star rating in 2025-2026, placing it in the 52nd percentile statewide—a significant improvement from earlier years when it ranked in the bottom 10th percentile.

One of the school's standout strengths is its 8th-grade math program. In 2025-2026, 50.5% of 8th graders were proficient in math, matching the district average and surpassing the state average of 46.3%. This is not a one-year fluke—the school has consistently outperformed the state in 8th-grade math for three straight years. The school also leads its local peers: it ranks 278th in the state, well ahead of Pelham City Middle School (373rd) and Baker County Middle School (434th). With a favorable 10:1 student-teacher ratio and per-student spending of $19,931—higher than both neighboring schools—the school appears to be investing its resources effectively.

However, there are areas that need attention. Only 17.5% of 8th graders were proficient in Social Studies in 2025-2026, compared to the state average of 40.2%, and Pelham City Middle School outperforms it in this subject. Chronic absenteeism stands at 18.4%, slightly above the state average but better than the district's 22.1% and far better than Baker County Middle School's 34.3%. The data also shows a pattern of stronger performance in 8th grade compared to 6th and 7th grades, suggesting that the school's support systems may become more effective as students progress. Overall, this is a school on an upward trajectory, with clear strengths in math and a commitment to improvement.