Below Average
#1793 of 2,268 schools in GA
Villa Rica Middle
Middle School · Carroll County
614 Tumlin Lake Rd, Temple, GA 30179
Enrollment
482
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
4.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
482
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
4.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Georgia schools
#1,793 of 2,268
In Temple
#6 of 6
public schools
In district
#23 of 24
Carroll County
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Villa Rica Middle
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About Villa Rica Middle
Villa Rica Middle is a public middle school in Temple, GA, part of Carroll County. Villa Rica Middle serves approximately 482 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Villa Rica Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,793 of 2,268 schools in GA.
Structured state assessment records for Villa Rica Middle show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 6.2
- GA avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Villa Rica Middle sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
32% of students at Villa Rica Middle 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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Villa Rica Middle — Students at Villa Rica Middle score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
78.4%
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: 4.9/10.
How Villa Rica Middle Compares
See how Villa Rica Middle 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
614 Tumlin Lake Rd, Temple, GA 30179
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Villa Rica Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Bay Springs Middle School (rated 6.3/10, 6.4 miles away, in nearby Villa Rica), which scores notably higher. Another option is Temple Middle School (rated 6.0/10, 4.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Irma C. Austin Middle School (rated 5.9/10, 8.2 miles away, in nearby Douglasville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Temple, see our Temple schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Villa Rica High School Villa Rica | 3.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Union Elementary School Temple | 4.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Carl Scoggins Sr. Middle School Dallas | 4.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Villa Rica Elementary School Villa Rica | 4.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Providence Elementary School Temple | 3.9 mi | 7.9 |
| Temple Middle School Temple | 4.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Temple High School Temple | 4.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Glanton-Hindsman Elementary Villa Rica | 4.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Temple Elementary School Temple | 4.8 mi | 7.3 |
| New Georgia Elementary School Villa Rica | 4.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Bay Springs Middle School Villa Rica | 6.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Mirror Lake Elementary School Villa Rica | 6.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Ithica Elementary Villa Rica | 7.2 mi | 8.4 |
| South Paulding Middle School Dallas | 6.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Connie Dugan Elementary School Douglasville | 7.7 mi | 6.3 |
| South Paulding High School Douglasville | 7.9 mi | 4.4 |
| Irma C. Austin Middle School Douglasville | 8.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Sand Hill Elementary School Carrollton | 9.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Nebo Elementary School Dallas | 8.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Sara M. Ragsdale Elementary Rockmart | 9.9 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 30179 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,311
Median Home Value
$217,800
Median Rent
$1,129/mo
Population
18,951
College Educated
15.4%
Homeownership
87.5%
Avg Commute
37.9 min
Poverty Rate
9.8%
Median Age
36.1
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| Jasper County Middle School Monticello, GA | 4.8 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Villa Rica Middle
What grades does Villa Rica Middle serve?
Villa Rica Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Villa Rica Middle?
Villa Rica Middle has an enrollment of approximately 482 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Villa Rica Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Villa Rica Middle is 15.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Villa Rica Middle rank in GA?
Villa Rica Middle ranks #1,793 of 2,268 schools in GA.
What is Villa Rica Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Villa Rica Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Villa Rica Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Villa Rica Middle has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Villa Rica Middle a charter school?
No, Villa Rica Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Villa Rica Middle a Title I school?
No, Villa Rica Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Villa Rica Middle?
78.4% of students at Villa Rica Middle 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
- 482
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 78.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Carroll County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.2%
- Phone
- (770) 459-0407
Resources & Links
District
Carroll County- District Enrollment
- 16,299
- Schools in District
- 24
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,946
- District Rank
- #23 of 24
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