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Little Mill Middle School

Middle School · Forsyth County

6800 Little Mill Rd, Cumming, GA 30041

Enrollment

895

Student-Teacher

16.3:1

Score

5.0

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Georgia schools

#1,691 of 2,268

In Cumming

#30 of 30

public schools

In district

#41 of 42

Forsyth County

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Little Mill Middle School

5.0/10

Middle School in Cumming · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.0/10

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About Little Mill Middle School

Little Mill Middle School is a public middle school in Cumming, GA, part of Forsyth County. Little Mill Middle School serves approximately 895 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 16.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Little Mill Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,691 of 2,268 schools in GA.

Structured state assessment records for Little Mill Middle School show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares2.0 pts below district
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • District avg 7.0
  • GA avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

33% of students at Little Mill 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.8Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.44 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.0Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency44.2% (2024 GA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency43% (2024 GA)
Math vs. State Avg+2.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+1.2 pts
Overall Proficiency44% (2024 GA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)56% (model expectation from 2024 GA)
vs. Expected-12.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile43th
Resources & Environment2.4Needs Improvement25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,993
Chronic Absenteeism33.2%

Little Mill Middle School — Students at Little Mill Middle School score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

40.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores GA GA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 66.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
42.1% (2024 GA)
ELA Proficiency 67.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
41.8% (2024 GA)

Based on 30 test records from GA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
94%
ELA
95%
2010
Math
96%
ELA
96%
2011
Math
96%
ELA
99.5%
2012
Math
95%
ELA
98%
2013
Math
94%
ELA
99.5%
2014
Math
64%
ELA
56%
2015
Math
65%
ELA
59%
2016
Math
61%
ELA
56%
2017
Math
58%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
56%
ELA
60%
2019
Math
56%
ELA
60%
2020*
Math
39%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
39%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
42%
ELA
39%
2024
Math
44.2%
ELA
43%

* 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: 5.8/10.

How Little Mill Middle School Compares

See how Little Mill Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.0/10
26th percentile in GA
Academic
6.0/10
Average
Growth
5.8/10
Average
Environment
2.4/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
41%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
55 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
33.2%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

6800 Little Mill Rd, Cumming, GA 30041

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Little Mill Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Lanier Middle School (rated 8.7/10, 7.5 miles away, in nearby Sugar Hill), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lakeside Middle School (rated 7.8/10, 7.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, North Forsyth Middle School (rated 5.8/10, 5.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Cumming, see our Cumming schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.1 mi
School Distance Rating
East Forsyth High School Gainesville 1.5 mi 5.0
CORNERSTONE SCHOOLS Cumming 2.4 mi 7.6
Chestatee Elementary Gainesville 3.5 mi 6.4
Chattahoochee Elementary School Cumming 3.9 mi 7.3
HORIZON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cumming 4.2 mi 7.5
CHRYSALIS EXPERIENTIAL ACADEMY INC. DBA PROMISE PR Cumming 5.7 mi 8.1
WAR HILL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Dawsonville 5.9 mi 4.5
North Forsyth Middle School Cumming 5.1 mi 5.8
Coal Mountain Elementary School Cumming 5.2 mi 7.3
North Forsyth High School Cumming 5.3 mi 6.3
Alliance Academy for Innovation Cumming 5.8 mi 8.4
Flowery Branch Elementary School Flowery Branch 6.3 mi 4.7
Lanier Middle School Sugar Hill 7.5 mi 8.7
White Oak Elementary School Sugar Hill 7.6 mi 9.2
Silver City Elementary School Cumming 7.2 mi 7.3
Lakeside Middle School Cumming 7.3 mi 7.8
West Hall High School Oakwood 6.7 mi 4.6
West Hall Middle School Oakwood 6.6 mi 4.4
Haw Creek Elementary Cumming 7.4 mi 8.6
Buford Elementary School Buford 8.1 mi 8.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 30041 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$141,825

Median Home Value

$522,900

Median Rent

$1,862/mo

Population

75,160

College Educated

59.7%

Homeownership

86.6%

Avg Commute

30.5 min

Poverty Rate

3.2%

Median Age

40.5

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Northside Middle School Warner Robins, GA 5.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Little Mill Middle School

What grades does Little Mill Middle School serve?

Little Mill Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Little Mill Middle School?

Little Mill Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 895 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Little Mill Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Little Mill Middle School is 16.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Little Mill Middle School rank in GA?

Little Mill Middle School ranks #1,691 of 2,268 schools in GA.

What is Little Mill Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Little Mill Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Little Mill Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Little Mill Middle School has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Little Mill Middle School a charter school?

No, Little Mill Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Little Mill Middle School a Title I school?

No, Little Mill Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Little Mill Middle School?

40.6% of students at Little Mill 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
21 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
17 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
895
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
55
Free/Reduced Lunch
40.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Forsyth County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
33.2%

District

Forsyth County
District Enrollment
54,984
Schools in District
42
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,993
District Rank
#41 of 42

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