Serving 257 students in grades 6-8, Wilcox County 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 44% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 257 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wilcox County Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Wilcox County Middle School's student population of 257 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
257 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
Wilcox County 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 Wilcox County Middle School is 0.55, 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
#890 out of 2204 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
5%
19%
Black
31%
36%
White
60%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
6%
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 Wilcox County Middle School's ranking?
Wilcox County Middle School is ranked #890 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Wilcox County Middle School often compared to?
Wilcox County Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wilcox County High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Wilcox County Middle School?
257 students attend Wilcox County Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Wilcox County Middle School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wilcox County Middle School?
Wilcox County Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wilcox County Middle School offer ?
Wilcox County Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wilcox County Middle School part of?
Wilcox County Middle School is part of Wilcox County School District.
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