For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 2,374 students in 30161, GA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 30161, GA are Model High School, Model Middle School and Rome Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 30161 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Georgia public middle school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 39% statewide average). Middle schools in 30161, GA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Georgia public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Georgia public middle school average of 66% (majority Black).
Best 30161, GA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Model High School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3252 Calhoun Rd Ne
Rome, GA 30161
(706) 236-1895
Rome, GA 30161
(706) 236-1895
Gr: 8-12 | 915 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Model Middle School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
164 Barron Rd Ne
Rome, GA 30161
(706) 290-8150
Rome, GA 30161
(706) 290-8150
Gr: 5-7 | 522 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #33.
Rome Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1020 Veterans Memorial Hwy Ne
Rome, GA 30161
(706) 235-4695
Rome, GA 30161
(706) 235-4695
Gr: 7-8 | 937 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 30161, GA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 30161, GA include Model High School, Model Middle School and Rome Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 30161?
3 public middle schools are located in 30161.
What is the racial composition of students in 30161?
30161 public middle schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Georgia public middle schools average of 66% (majority Black).
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