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W.s. Hornsby Middle School

Middle School · Richmond County

310 Kentucky Ave, Augusta, GA 30901

Enrollment

391

Student-Teacher

12.6:1

Score

3.4

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Georgia schools

#2,153 of 2,268

In Augusta

#30 of 39

public schools

In district

#38 of 50

Richmond County

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W.s. Hornsby Middle School

3.4/10

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

W.s. Hornsby Elementary School

6.2/10

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About W.s. Hornsby Middle School

W.s. Hornsby Middle School is a public middle school in Augusta, GA, part of Richmond County. W.s.

Hornsby Middle School serves approximately 391 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. W.s. Hornsby Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,153 of 2,268 schools in GA.

Structured state assessment records for W.s. Hornsby Middle School show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 3.4 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 3.1
  • GA avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

42% of students at W.s. Hornsby 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 Progress3.6Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-5.16 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics2.2Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency5.1% (2024 GA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency9.4% (2024 GA)
Math vs. State Avg-37 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-32.4 pts
Overall Proficiency7% (2024 GA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)20% (model expectation from 2024 GA)
vs. Expected-12.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile6th
Resources & Environment4.9Below Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,883
Chronic Absenteeism41.9%

W.s. Hornsby Middle School — Students at W.s. Hornsby Middle School score 7% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

100%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores GA GA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 20.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
42.1% (2024 GA)
ELA Proficiency 33.2% (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
38%
ELA
76%
2010
Math
47%
ELA
75%
2011
Math
53%
ELA
84%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
87%
2013
Math
61%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
9%
ELA
12%
2015
Math
9%
ELA
11%
2016
Math
6%
ELA
11%
2017
Math
3%
ELA
9%
2018
Math
6%
ELA
9%
2019
Math
6%
ELA
9%
2020*
Math
2%
ELA
5%
2021*
Math
2%
ELA
5%
2022
Math
2%
ELA
8%
2024
Math
5.1%
ELA
9.4%

* 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: 3.6/10.

How W.s. Hornsby Middle School Compares

See how W.s. Hornsby Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.4/10
5th percentile in GA
Academic
2.2/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
3.6/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
4.9/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
41.9%

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

310 Kentucky Ave, Augusta, GA 30901

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering W.s. Hornsby Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. North Augusta Middle (rated 4.1/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby North Augusta), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Murphey Middle School (rated 2.4/10, 3.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Augusta, see our Augusta schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.9 mi
School Distance Rating
W.S. Hornsby Elementary School Augusta 0.1 mi 6.2
HERITAGE ACADEMY Augusta 1.3 mi 6.3
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Augusta 1.9 mi 7.0
Davidson Magnet School Augusta 2.4 mi 9.4
North Augusta Elementary North Augusta 2.8 mi 6.3
North Augusta Middle North Augusta 2.9 mi 4.1
CURTIS BAPTIST SCHOOL (PK-12) Augusta 2.6 mi 8.9
Johnson Magnet Augusta 2.5 mi 8.8
Laney High School Augusta 2.6 mi 4.0
Walker Traditional Elementary School Augusta 2.7 mi 8.7
GRACE CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER North Augusta 3.1 mi
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH WEEKDAY EDUCATION North Augusta 3.2 mi 4.1
OUR LADY OF PEACE SCHOOL North Augusta 3.5 mi 6.6
FAIRVIEW EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER North Augusta 3.6 mi
Clearwater Elementary Clearwater 3.5 mi 6.8
Jenkins-White Elementary School Augusta 3.6 mi 6.2
Josey High School Augusta 3.6 mi 3.1
Murphey Middle School Augusta 3.6 mi 2.4
Lamar - Milledge Elementary School Augusta 3.7 mi 5.5
CHALLENGE PREPARATORY ACADEMY Augusta 3.9 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 30901 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$23,019

Median Home Value

$92,200

Median Rent

$805/mo

Population

16,187

College Educated

13.2%

Homeownership

23.4%

Avg Commute

22.9 min

Poverty Rate

44.6%

Median Age

35.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about W.s. Hornsby Middle School

What grades does W.s. Hornsby Middle School serve?

W.s. Hornsby Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend W.s. Hornsby Middle School?

W.s. Hornsby Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 391 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at W.s. Hornsby Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at W.s. Hornsby Middle School is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does W.s. Hornsby Middle School rank in GA?

W.s. Hornsby Middle School ranks #2,153 of 2,268 schools in GA.

What is W.s. Hornsby Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

W.s. Hornsby Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 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 W.s. Hornsby Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, W.s. Hornsby Middle School has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is W.s. Hornsby Middle School a charter school?

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

Is W.s. Hornsby Middle School a Title I school?

No, W.s. Hornsby Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for W.s. Hornsby Middle School?

100.0% of students at W.s. Hornsby 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
19 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
391
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Richmond County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
41.9%

District

Richmond County
District Enrollment
29,384
Schools in District
50
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,883
District Rank
#38 of 50

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