Serving 618 students in grades 6-8, Ben Hill County 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 17% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 618 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ben Hill County Middle School's student population of 618 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
618 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ben Hill County Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ben Hill County Middle School is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1714 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
12%
19%
Black
43%
36%
White
42%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ben Hill County Middle School's ranking?
Ben Hill County Middle School is ranked #1714 out of 2,204 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?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Ben Hill County Middle School?
618 students attend Ben Hill County Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Ben Hill County Middle School students are Black, 42% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ben Hill County Middle School?
Ben Hill County Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ben Hill County Middle School offer ?
Ben Hill County Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ben Hill County Middle School part of?
Ben Hill County Middle School is part of Ben Hill County School District.
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