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Stewart Middle School

Middle School · Douglas County

8138 Malone St, Douglasville, GA 30134

Enrollment

542

Student-Teacher

15.9:1

Score

3.6

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Georgia schools

#2,106 of 2,268

In Douglasville

#27 of 29

public schools

In district

#33 of 35

Douglas County

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Stewart Middle School

3.6/10

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

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8.1/10

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6.2/10

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About Stewart Middle School

Stewart Middle School is a public middle school in Douglasville, GA, part of Douglas County. Stewart Middle School serves approximately 542 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Stewart Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,106 of 2,268 schools in GA.

Structured state assessment records for Stewart Middle School show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.2 pts below district
  • This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.8
  • GA avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.5Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-5.2 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics3.9Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency17.2% (2024 GA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency29.2% (2024 GA)
Math vs. State Avg-24.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-12.6 pts
Overall Proficiency23% (2024 GA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)33% (model expectation from 2024 GA)
vs. Expected-9.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile20th
Resources & Environment3.5Needs Improvement25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,179
Chronic Absenteeism29.7%

Stewart Middle School — Students at Stewart Middle School score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

78.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores GA GA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 37.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
42.1% (2024 GA)
ELA Proficiency 50.1% (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
74%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
83%
ELA
90%
2011
Math
75%
ELA
95%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
96%
2013
Math
73%
ELA
94%
2014
Math
17%
ELA
24%
2015
Math
22%
ELA
26%
2016
Math
22%
ELA
26%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
26%
2018
Math
25%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
25%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
11%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
11%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
15%
ELA
30%
2024
Math
17.2%
ELA
29.2%

* 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: 3.5/10.

How Stewart Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
3.6/10
7th percentile in GA
Academic
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
79%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
34 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
29.7%

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

8138 Malone St, Douglasville, GA 30134

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Stewart Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Chapel Hill Middle School (rated 5.4/10, 4.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is J. A. Dobbins Middle School (rated 5.4/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby Powder Springs), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Yeager Middle School (rated 5.0/10, 4.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Douglasville, see our Douglasville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.2 mi
School Distance Rating
HEIRWAY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Douglasville 0.7 mi 8.1
Douglas County High School Douglasville 1.1 mi 6.2
Burnett Elementary School Douglasville 1.0 mi 4.5
Eastside Elementary School Douglasville 1.1 mi 3.4
Brighten Academy Douglasville 1.8 mi 5.6
FIRST BAPTIST GO CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Douglasville 2.0 mi 5.7
North Douglas Elementary School Douglasville 2.1 mi 6.0
DOUGLASVILLE SDA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Douglasville 2.6 mi
Beulah Elementary School Douglasville 2.7 mi 6.3
Arbor Station Elementary School Douglasville 3.2 mi 5.1
Bright Star Elementary School Douglasville 3.0 mi 5.3
Hal Hutchens Elementary Douglasville 3.3 mi 6.4
ANGELS IN PROGRESS ACADEMY Douglasville 3.5 mi 5.3
Chestnut Log Middle School Douglasville 3.3 mi 4.3
HARVESTER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Douglasville 4.3 mi 6.1
Mount Carmel Elementary School Douglasville 3.8 mi 4.8
Yeager Middle School Douglasville 4.5 mi 5.0
Chapel Hill Middle School Douglasville 4.6 mi 5.4
Chapel Hill Elementary School Douglasville 5.1 mi 5.2
J. A. Dobbins Middle School Powder Springs 5.2 mi 5.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 30134 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$73,699

Median Home Value

$244,500

Median Rent

$1,272/mo

Population

46,587

College Educated

25.3%

Homeownership

66.9%

Avg Commute

31.8 min

Poverty Rate

10.8%

Median Age

35.9

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Crisp County Middle School Cordele, GA 3.7
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Stewart Middle School

What grades does Stewart Middle School serve?

Stewart Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Stewart Middle School?

Stewart Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 542 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Stewart Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Stewart Middle School is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Stewart Middle School rank in GA?

Stewart Middle School ranks #2,106 of 2,268 schools in GA.

What is Stewart Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Stewart Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 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 Stewart Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Stewart Middle School has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Stewart Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Stewart Middle School a Title I school?

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

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

78.6% of students at Stewart 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
48 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
542
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
34
Free/Reduced Lunch
78.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Douglas County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
29.7%

District

Douglas County
District Enrollment
25,770
Schools in District
35
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,179
District Rank
#33 of 35

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