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#1274 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
6.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
964
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
6.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Fairburn
#6 of 9
public schools
Georgia middle schools
#259 of 477
In district
#83 of 104
Fulton County
Academic growth
7.4 / 10
Strong
About Bear Creek Middle School
Bear Creek Middle School serves 964 students in grades 6-8 in Fairburn, Georgia, operating as part of the Fulton County school system. With 60 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 16.1:1, providing reasonably sized learning environments for middle school students. Academically, Bear Creek Middle School earns a 6.0 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout and ranks #952 out of 2,271 middle schools statewide, placing it in the 58th percentile among Georgia schools.
The school shows particular strength in mathematics, where 40% of students achieve proficiency or above across grade levels, while 31% of students demonstrate proficiency in English Language Arts and Reading. These results indicate solid foundational learning with continued opportunities for academic growth. The school draws from a stable suburban community in the 30213 ZIP code, where the median household income reaches $83,756 and the median home value is $251,800.
About 35% of area residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, and the poverty rate remains relatively low at 10.7%. Bear Creek Middle School sits in this large suburban setting along Herndon Road, serving families in an established residential area that values educational investment and community stability.
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 8 test records from GA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 7.4/10.
How Bear Creek Middle School Compares
See how Bear Creek Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 19% (2019) to 17.4% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 30% (2019) to 30.7% (2024).
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 8.6/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Tyrone), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Renaissance Middle School (rated 7.2/10, 4.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. 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 | 5.8 |
| E. C. West Elementary School Fairburn | 1.2 mi | 8.3 |
| 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 | 7.8 |
| Campbell Elementary School Fairburn | 3.2 mi | 8.8 |
| Global Impact Academy Fairburn | 3.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Renaissance ES Fairburn | 4.0 mi | 8.1 |
| OUR LADY OF VICTORY CATH. SCHOOL Tyrone | 3.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Renaissance Middle School Fairburn | 4.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Langston Hughes High School Fairburn | 4.2 mi | 4.0 |
| Liberty Point Elementary School Union City | 4.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Georgia Baptist Children's Home and Family Ministries Palmetto | 4.2 mi | — |
| Chattahoochee Hills Charter School Fairburn | 4.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Sandy Creek High School Tyrone | 5.3 mi | 5.6 |
| ARLINGTON CHRISTIAN Fairburn | 5.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Flat Rock Middle School Tyrone | 5.3 mi | 8.6 |
| 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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Bear Creek Middle School has a median household income of $92,681. It is an area where 36% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $281,300, with a median rent of $1,751/month. The local poverty rate of 9.7% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 32 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bainbridge Middle School Bainbridge, GA | 6.1 |
| Carl Scoggins Sr. Middle School Dallas, GA | 6.1 |
| East Paulding Middle School Dallas, GA | 6.1 |
| Hightower Trail Middle School Marietta, GA | 6.1 |
| Hull Middle School Duluth, GA | 6.1 |
| Jeff Davis Middle School Hazlehurst, GA | 6.1 |
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 is ranked #1274 out of 2,268 schools in GA.
What is Bear Creek Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Bear Creek Middle School has a composite rating of 6.1 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Bear Creek Middle School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Bear Creek Middle School has 17.4% math proficiency and 27.9% reading/ELA proficiency.
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
- Phone
- (470) 254-6080
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Fulton County- District Enrollment
- 88,043
- Schools in District
- 106
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,183
- District Rank
- #83 of 104
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