Serving 576 students in grades 6-8, Ashworth Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 576 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ashworth Middle School's student population of 576 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
576 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ashworth Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ashworth Middle School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#913 out of 2204 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
30%
19%
Black
2%
36%
White
64%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ashworth Middle School's ranking?
Ashworth Middle School is ranked #913 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Ashworth Middle School often compared to?
Ashworth Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Calhoun Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Ashworth Middle School?
576 students attend Ashworth Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Ashworth Middle School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ashworth Middle School?
Ashworth Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ashworth Middle School offer ?
Ashworth Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ashworth Middle School part of?
Ashworth Middle School is part of Gordon County School District.
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