Serving 457 students in grades 7-8, Bagley 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 34% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (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 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 457 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bagley Middle School's student population of 457 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
457 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Trail Blazers
School Rankings
Bagley Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bagley Middle School is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1162 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
24%
20%
Black
1%
36%
White
74%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Murray County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bagley Middle School's ranking?
Bagley Middle School is ranked #1162 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Bagley Middle School?
457 students attend Bagley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Bagley Middle School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bagley Middle School?
Bagley Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bagley Middle School offer ?
Bagley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bagley Middle School part of?
Bagley Middle School is part of Murray County School District.
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