Serving 877 students in grades 6-8, Bennett's Mill Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 43% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 877 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bennett's Mill Middle School's student population of 877 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
877 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bennett's Mill Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bennett's Mill Middle School is 0.64, 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
#655 out of 2192 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
18%
19%
Black
55%
36%
White
14%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 Bennett's Mill Middle School's ranking?
Bennett's Mill Middle School is ranked #655 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Bennett's Mill Middle School often compared to?
Bennett's Mill Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Flat Rock Middle School, Rising Starr Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Bennett's Mill Middle School?
877 students attend Bennett's Mill Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Bennett's Mill Middle School students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bennett's Mill Middle School?
Bennett's Mill Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bennett's Mill Middle School offer ?
Bennett's Mill Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bennett's Mill Middle School part of?
Bennett's Mill Middle School is part of Fayette County School District.
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