Serving 832 students in grades 6-8, Barber Middle School ranks in the top 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 30% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 832 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barber Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Barber Middle School's student population of 832 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
832 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Barber Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Barber Middle School is 0.73, which is more 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
#1038 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
23%
19%
Black
39%
36%
White
26%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
5%
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 Barber Middle School's ranking?
Barber Middle School is ranked #1038 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Barber Middle School often compared to?
Barber Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pine Mountain Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Barber Middle School?
832 students attend Barber Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Barber Middle School students are Black, 26% of students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Barber Middle School?
Barber Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Barber Middle School offer ?
Barber Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Barber Middle School part of?
Barber Middle School is part of Cobb County School District.
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