Serving 834 students in grades 6-8, Chestatee 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 30% (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 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 834 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chestatee Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Chestatee Middle School's student population of 834 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
834 students
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Year Founded
1999
School Calendar
School Motto
Learn, Lead, Family!
School Rankings
Chestatee 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 Chestatee Middle School is 0.54, 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
#1275 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
54%
20%
Black
1%
36%
White
42%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Hall County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chestatee Middle School's ranking?
Chestatee Middle School is ranked #1275 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Chestatee Middle School often compared to?
Chestatee Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gainesville Middle School East, West Hall Middle School, C. W. Davis Middle 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 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Chestatee Middle School?
834 students attend Chestatee Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Chestatee Middle School students are Hispanic, 42% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chestatee Middle School?
Chestatee Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Chestatee Middle School offer ?
Chestatee Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chestatee Middle School part of?
Chestatee Middle School is part of Hall County School District.
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