Serving 452 students in grades 6-8, Byron 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 33% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (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 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 452 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Byron Middle School's student population of 452 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
452 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Byron 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 Byron Middle School is 0.65, 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
#1156 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
11%
20%
Black
38%
36%
White
44%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Peach County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Byron Middle School's ranking?
Byron Middle School is ranked #1156 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Byron Middle School often compared to?
Byron Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fort Valley Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Byron Middle School?
452 students attend Byron Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Byron Middle School students are White, 38% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Byron Middle School?
Byron Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Byron Middle School offer ?
Byron Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Byron Middle School part of?
Byron Middle School is part of Peach County School District.
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