Serving 979 students in grades 6-8, Lost Mountain Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (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 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 979 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lost Mountain Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Lost Mountain Middle School's student population of 979 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
979 students
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
School Rankings
Lost Mountain Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lost Mountain Middle School is 0.62, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#207 out of 2192 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
10%
20%
Black
22%
36%
White
57%
34%
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
18%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lost Mountain Middle School's ranking?
Lost Mountain Middle School is ranked #207 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Lost Mountain Middle School often compared to?
Lost Mountain Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lovinggood Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Lost Mountain Middle School?
979 students attend Lost Mountain Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Lost Mountain Middle School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lost Mountain Middle School?
Lost Mountain Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lost Mountain Middle School offer ?
Lost Mountain Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lost Mountain Middle School part of?
Lost Mountain Middle School is part of Cobb County School District.
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