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Clear Creek Middle School (Ranked Top 50% for 2026) - Ellijay, GA

Clear Creek Middle School

346 Clear Creek School Dr
Ellijay, GA 30536
(School attendance zone shown in map)
7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 904 students in grades 6-8, Clear Creek Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is equal to the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 904 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 37%
  • : Top 50% in GA
  • : 45% (Top 50%)
  • : 40% (Top 50%)
  • : 62% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Clear Creek Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:

Category
Attribute

School Overview

Clear Creek Middle School's student population of 904 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
904 students
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Clear Creek 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 Clear Creek Middle School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (GA)
#773 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
45%
39%
40%
40%
62%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
35%
20%
White
63%
34%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.49
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Clear Creek Middle School's ranking?
Clear Creek Middle School is ranked #773 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Clear Creek Middle School?
904 students attend Clear Creek Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Clear Creek Middle School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clear Creek Middle School?
Clear Creek Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Clear Creek Middle School offer ?
Clear Creek Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Clear Creek Middle School part of?
Clear Creek Middle School is part of Gilmer County School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 904 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 37%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 45% (Top 50%)
  • : 40% (Top 50%)
  • : 62% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education

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