Serving 453 students in grades 5-8, Bethune 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 32% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower 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 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 453 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bethune Middle School's student population of 453 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
453 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bethune 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 Bethune Middle School is 0.53, 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
#1146 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
3%
20%
Black
24%
36%
White
64%
34%
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
100%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Charlton County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bethune Middle School's ranking?
Bethune Middle School is ranked #1146 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Bethune Middle School often compared to?
Bethune Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like St. George Elementary School, Folkston Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Bethune Middle School?
453 students attend Bethune Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Bethune Middle School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bethune Middle School?
Bethune Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bethune Middle School offer ?
Bethune Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bethune Middle School part of?
Bethune Middle School is part of Charlton County School District.
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