Needs Improvement
#2238 of 2,268 schools in GA
Forest Park Middle School
Middle School · Clayton County
2299 Old Rex Marrow Road, Marrow, GA 30260
Enrollment
626
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
2.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
626
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
2.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Georgia schools
#2,238 of 2,268
In district
#64 of 66
Clayton County
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Forest Park Middle School
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About Forest Park Middle School
Forest Park Middle School is a public middle school in Marrow, GA, part of Clayton County. Forest Park Middle School serves approximately 626 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Forest Park Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,238 of 2,268 schools in GA.
Structured state assessment records for Forest Park Middle School show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 2.6 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 3.9
- GA avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
44% of students at Forest Park 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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Forest Park Middle School — Students at Forest Park Middle School score 12% proficient, which is below 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: 1.3/10.
How Forest Park Middle School Compares
See how Forest Park 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
2299 Old Rex Marrow Road, Marrow, GA 30260
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Forest Park Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Utopian Academy for the Arts Charter School (rated 7.1/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Ellenwood), which scores notably higher. Another option is Adamson Middle School (rated 4.9/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Rex), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Babb Middle School (rated 4.5/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Forest Park), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Marrow, see our Marrow schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 30260 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,212
Median Home Value
$189,800
Median Rent
$1,391/mo
Population
27,784
College Educated
17.3%
Homeownership
44.6%
Avg Commute
29.9 min
Poverty Rate
23%
Median Age
30.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Forest Park Middle School
What grades does Forest Park Middle School serve?
Forest Park Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Forest Park Middle School?
Forest Park Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 626 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Forest Park Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Forest Park Middle School is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Forest Park Middle School rank in GA?
Forest Park Middle School ranks #2,238 of 2,268 schools in GA.
What is Forest Park Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Forest Park Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.6 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 Forest Park Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Forest Park Middle School has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Forest Park Middle School a charter school?
No, Forest Park Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Forest Park Middle School a Title I school?
No, Forest Park Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Forest Park Middle School?
100.0% of students at Forest Park 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
- 626
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Clayton County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 44.2%
- Phone
- (770) 472-2817
Resources & Links
District
Clayton County- District Enrollment
- 50,832
- Schools in District
- 67
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,609
- District Rank
- #64 of 66
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