Serving 510 students in grades 6-8, Hephzibah Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 7% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% 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: 510 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hephzibah Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Hephzibah Middle School's student population of 510 students has grown by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 51% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
510 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Colors
Black, Red
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hephzibah Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hephzibah Middle School is 0.44, 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
#2039 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
6%
19%
Black
73%
36%
White
17%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hephzibah Middle School's ranking?
Hephzibah Middle School is ranked #2039 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Hephzibah Middle School often compared to?
Hephzibah Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pine Hill Middle School, Spirit Creek Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Hephzibah Middle School?
510 students attend Hephzibah Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Hephzibah Middle School students are Black, 17% of students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hephzibah Middle School?
Hephzibah Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hephzibah Middle School offer ?
Hephzibah Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hephzibah Middle School part of?
Hephzibah Middle School is part of Richmond County School District.
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