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Bay Springs Middle School

Middle School · Carroll County

122 Bay Springs Rd, Villa Rica, GA 30180

Enrollment

896

Student-Teacher

14.7:1

Score

6.3

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Georgia schools

#1,142 of 2,268

In Villa Rica

#4 of 7

public schools

In district

#17 of 24

Carroll County

Academic growth

7.2 / 10

Very Good

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Bay Springs Middle School

6.3/10

Middle School in Villa Rica · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Ithica Elementary

8.4/10

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5.9/10

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About Bay Springs Middle School

Bay Springs Middle School is a public middle school in Villa Rica, GA, part of Carroll County. Bay Springs Middle School serves approximately 896 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Bay Springs Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,142 of 2,268 schools in GA.

Structured state assessment records for Bay Springs Middle School show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • District avg 6.2
  • GA avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

31% of students at Bay Springs Middle School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.2Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.81 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.9Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency42.7% (2024 GA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency38.5% (2024 GA)
Math vs. State Avg+0.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-3.3 pts
Overall Proficiency41% (2024 GA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2024 GA)
vs. Expected+0.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile55th
Resources & Environment4.1Below Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,946
Chronic Absenteeism30.5%

Bay Springs Middle School — Students at Bay Springs Middle School score 41% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

67.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores GA GA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 56.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
42.1% (2024 GA)
ELA Proficiency 58.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
41.8% (2024 GA)

Based on 30 test records from GA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
76%
ELA
89%
2010
Math
81%
ELA
90%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
96%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
95%
2013
Math
84%
ELA
95%
2014
Math
31%
ELA
39%
2015
Math
43%
ELA
36%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
41%
ELA
38%
2018
Math
49%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
49%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
43%
ELA
41%
2024
Math
42.7%
ELA
38.5%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.2/10.

How Bay Springs Middle School Compares

See how Bay Springs Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.3/10
50th percentile in GA
Academic
6.9/10
Average
Growth
7.2/10
Very Good
Environment
4.1/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
67%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
61 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
30.5%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

122 Bay Springs Rd, Villa Rica, GA 30180

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bay Springs Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Mason Creek Middle School (rated 7.3/10, 6.4 miles away, in nearby Winston), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Temple Middle School (rated 6.0/10, 6.4 miles away, in nearby Temple), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Fairplay Middle School (rated 6.0/10, 7.3 miles away, in nearby Douglasville), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Villa Rica, see our Villa Rica schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Ithica Elementary Villa Rica 1.0 mi 8.4
Villa Rica High School Villa Rica 2.5 mi 5.9
Glanton-Hindsman Elementary Villa Rica 2.8 mi 6.2
Villa Rica Elementary School Villa Rica 3.0 mi 7.2
Sand Hill Elementary School Carrollton 4.1 mi 7.0
Mirror Lake Elementary School Villa Rica 4.5 mi 5.3
Villa Rica Middle Temple 6.4 mi 4.7
Temple High School Temple 5.7 mi 6.1
Providence Elementary School Temple 6.3 mi 7.9
Temple Middle School Temple 6.4 mi 6.0
Mason Creek Middle School Winston 6.4 mi 7.3
Temple Elementary School Temple 6.6 mi 7.3
Mason Creek Elementary School Winston 6.5 mi 6.3
Fairplay Middle School Douglasville 7.3 mi 6.0
Sharp Creek Elementary School Carrollton 7.0 mi 6.7
South Douglas Elementary School Douglasville 7.5 mi 7.5
Winston Elementary School Winston 7.3 mi 8.5
New Georgia Elementary School Villa Rica 8.6 mi 7.8
Connie Dugan Elementary School Douglasville 8.7 mi 6.3
South Paulding High School Douglasville 8.9 mi 4.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 30180 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$88,269

Median Home Value

$257,200

Median Rent

$1,464/mo

Population

41,434

College Educated

26.4%

Homeownership

74.2%

Avg Commute

34.2 min

Poverty Rate

11.4%

Median Age

36.6

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Hart County Middle School Hartwell, GA 6.3
Otwell Middle School Cumming, GA 6.3
Awtrey Middle School Kennesaw, GA 6.2
Columbia Middle School Grovetown, GA 6.2
Dawson County Middle School Dawsonville, GA 6.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bay Springs Middle School

What grades does Bay Springs Middle School serve?

Bay Springs Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Bay Springs Middle School?

Bay Springs Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 896 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bay Springs Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Bay Springs Middle School is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bay Springs Middle School rank in GA?

Bay Springs Middle School ranks #1,142 of 2,268 schools in GA.

What is Bay Springs Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Bay Springs Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Bay Springs Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bay Springs Middle School has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Bay Springs Middle School a charter school?

No, Bay Springs Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Bay Springs Middle School a Title I school?

No, Bay Springs Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bay Springs Middle School?

67.1% of students at Bay Springs Middle School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
20 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
896
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
61
Free/Reduced Lunch
67.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Carroll County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
30.5%

District

Carroll County
District Enrollment
16,299
Schools in District
24
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,946
District Rank
#17 of 24

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