Brooks County Middle School

Brooks County Middle School is a regular public middle school located in the rural community of Quitman, Georgia. The school serves students from sixth through eighth grade and has an enrollment of 490 students with a student-teacher ratio of 14.4:1, indicating a relatively low teacher-to-student ratio which can facilitate more personalized attention for each student. Brooks County Middle School places emphasis on developing its students in various aspects beyond just academics.

With a MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and a state ranking of #1712 out of 2271 schools in Georgia, the school is focusing on areas for improvement to better support student development. Academic scores are at 2.4 out of 10, with 22% proficiency or above in English Language Arts/Reading and 14% proficiency or above in Math, suggesting there is room for growth in academic performance. The school’s setting in a rural area provides students with a close-knit community environment that fosters strong connections between families, teachers, and the broader community.

Located in a rural area, Brooks County Middle School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.