Below Average
#1947 of 2,268 schools in GA
Gainesville Middle School West
Middle School · Gainesville City
1279 McEver Rd SW, Gainesville-, GA 30504
Enrollment
894
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
4.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
894
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
4.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Georgia schools
#1,947 of 2,268
In district
#8 of 9
Gainesville City
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Gainesville Middle School West
Middle School in Gainesville- · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Gainesville Middle School West
Gainesville Middle School West is a public middle school in Gainesville-, GA, part of Gainesville City. Gainesville Middle School West serves approximately 894 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Gainesville Middle School West has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,947 of 2,268 schools in GA.
Structured state assessment records for Gainesville Middle School West show 21% math proficiency (2024 GA) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 GA).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 4.0
- GA avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Gainesville Middle School West — Students at Gainesville Middle School West score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
73.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores GA GA (2023-24)
Based on 2 test records from GA state assessments. About our data
How Gainesville Middle School West Compares
See how Gainesville Middle School West performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1279 McEver Rd SW, Gainesville-, GA 30504
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gainesville Middle School West may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. World Language Academy Middle School (rated 8.1/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Gainesville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, South Hall Middle School (rated 6.1/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Gainesville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Gainesville-, see our Gainesville- schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 30504 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,833
Median Home Value
$294,800
Median Rent
$1,266/mo
Population
29,104
College Educated
23.4%
Homeownership
56.3%
Avg Commute
25.4 min
Poverty Rate
15.2%
Median Age
33.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gainesville Middle School West
What grades does Gainesville Middle School West serve?
Gainesville Middle School West serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Gainesville Middle School West?
Gainesville Middle School West has an enrollment of approximately 894 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gainesville Middle School West?
The student-teacher ratio at Gainesville Middle School West is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Gainesville Middle School West rank in GA?
Gainesville Middle School West ranks #1,947 of 2,268 schools in GA.
What is Gainesville Middle School West's MySchoolScout rating?
Gainesville Middle School West has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Gainesville Middle School West?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Gainesville Middle School West has 21% math proficiency (2024 GA) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 GA).
Is Gainesville Middle School West a charter school?
No, Gainesville Middle School West is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Gainesville Middle School West a Title I school?
No, Gainesville Middle School West is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Gainesville Middle School West?
73.3% of students at Gainesville Middle School West 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 894
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 58
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 73.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Hall County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.3%
- Phone
- (770) 532-6250
Resources & Links
District
Gainesville City- District Enrollment
- 8,144
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,128
- District Rank
- #8 of 9
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