Serving 396 students in grades 5-8, Anita White Carson Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 17% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 396 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Anita White Carson Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Anita White Carson Middle School's student population of 396 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
396 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Anita White Carson Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Anita White Carson Middle School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1852 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
19%
19%
Black
64%
36%
White
12%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Anita White Carson Middle School's ranking?
Anita White Carson Middle School is ranked #1852 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Anita White Carson Middle School often compared to?
Anita White Carson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Greene County High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Anita White Carson Middle School?
396 students attend Anita White Carson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Anita White Carson Middle School students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Anita White Carson Middle School?
Anita White Carson Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Anita White Carson Middle School offer ?
Anita White Carson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Anita White Carson Middle School part of?
Anita White Carson Middle School is part of Greene County School District.
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