Serving 1,476 students in grades 6-8, Mill Creek Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,476 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mill Creek Middle School's student population of 1,476 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 88 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,476 students
Total Classroom Teachers
88 teachers
School Rankings
Mill Creek Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mill Creek Middle School is 0.61, 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
#539 out of 2192 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
22%
20%
Black
7%
36%
White
58%
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
26%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Cherokee County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcats
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mill Creek Middle School's ranking?
Mill Creek Middle School is ranked #539 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Mill Creek Middle School often compared to?
Mill Creek Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like E. T. Booth Middle School, Freedom Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Mill Creek Middle School?
1,476 students attend Mill Creek Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Mill Creek Middle School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mill Creek Middle School?
Mill Creek Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mill Creek Middle School offer ?
Mill Creek Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mill Creek Middle School part of?
Mill Creek Middle School is part of Cherokee County School District.
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