Below Average
#1912 of 2,268 schools in GA
Bear Creek Middle School
Middle School · Fulton County
7415 Herndon Rd, Fairburn, GA 30213
Enrollment
964
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
4.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
964
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
4.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Georgia schools
#1,912 of 2,268
In Fairburn
#9 of 9
public schools
In district
#100 of 104
Fulton County
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Bear Creek Middle School
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About Bear Creek Middle School
Bear Creek Middle School is a public middle school in Fairburn, GA, part of Fulton County. Bear Creek Middle School serves approximately 964 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Bear Creek Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,912 of 2,268 schools in GA.
Structured state assessment records for Bear Creek Middle School show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 6.9
- GA avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at Bear Creek 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
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Bear Creek Middle School — Students at Bear Creek Middle School score 24% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores GA GA (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from GA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 3.4/10.
How Bear Creek Middle School Compares
See how Bear Creek Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
7415 Herndon Rd, Fairburn, GA 30213
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bear Creek Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Flat Rock Middle School (rated 8.4/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Tyrone), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Renaissance Middle School (rated 4.4/10, 4.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Fairburn, see our Fairburn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Creekside High School Fairburn | 0.2 mi | 6.2 |
| E. C. West Elementary School Fairburn | 1.2 mi | 6.6 |
| HARVEST RAIN ACADEMY Fairburn | 2.5 mi | — |
| LANDMARK CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Fairburn | 2.7 mi | 6.9 |
| LANDMARK CHRISTIAN SCHOOL, INC. Fairburn | 2.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Palmetto Elementary School Palmetto | 3.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Campbell Elementary School Fairburn | 3.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Global Impact Academy Fairburn | 3.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Renaissance ES Fairburn | 4.0 mi | 6.3 |
| OUR LADY OF VICTORY CATH. SCHOOL Tyrone | 3.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Renaissance Middle School Fairburn | 4.2 mi | 4.4 |
| Langston Hughes High School Fairburn | 4.2 mi | 4.5 |
| Liberty Point Elementary School Union City | 4.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Georgia Baptist Children's Home and Family Ministries Palmetto | 4.2 mi | — |
| Chattahoochee Hills Charter School Fairburn | 4.7 mi | 8.1 |
| Sandy Creek High School Tyrone | 5.3 mi | 7.7 |
| ARLINGTON CHRISTIAN Fairburn | 5.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Flat Rock Middle School Tyrone | 5.3 mi | 8.4 |
| CROSSROADS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Tyrone | 5.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Robert J. Burch Elementary School Tyrone | 5.4 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 30213 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$92,681
Median Home Value
$281,300
Median Rent
$1,751/mo
Population
48,541
College Educated
35.9%
Homeownership
61.5%
Avg Commute
32.1 min
Poverty Rate
9.7%
Median Age
34.2
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| Chestnut Log Middle School Douglasville, GA | 4.3 |
| Elbert County Middle School Elberton, GA | 4.3 |
| Lindley Middle School Mableton, GA | 4.3 |
| Morrow Middle School Morrow, GA | 4.3 |
| Veterans Memorial Middle School Covington, GA | 4.3 |
| Dublin Middle School Dublin, GA | 4.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bear Creek Middle School
What grades does Bear Creek Middle School serve?
Bear Creek Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Bear Creek Middle School?
Bear Creek Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 964 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bear Creek Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Bear Creek Middle School is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bear Creek Middle School rank in GA?
Bear Creek Middle School ranks #1,912 of 2,268 schools in GA.
What is Bear Creek Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Bear Creek Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Bear Creek Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bear Creek Middle School has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Bear Creek Middle School a charter school?
No, Bear Creek Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bear Creek Middle School a Title I school?
No, Bear Creek Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bear Creek Middle School?
100.0% of students at Bear Creek 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 964
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 60
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Fulton County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.3%
- Phone
- (470) 254-6080
Resources & Links
District
Fulton County- District Enrollment
- 88,043
- Schools in District
- 106
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,183
- District Rank
- #100 of 104
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