Serving 876 students in grades 6-8, Snelson-golden 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 21% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than 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 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 876 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Snelson-golden Middle School's student population of 876 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
876 students
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Motto
The Future Starts Here!
School Rankings
Snelson-golden 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 Snelson-golden Middle School is 0.56, 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
#1570 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
13%
20%
Black
64%
36%
White
11%
34%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Snelson-golden Middle School's ranking?
Snelson-golden Middle School is ranked #1570 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Snelson-golden Middle School often compared to?
Snelson-golden Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lewis Frasier Middle School, Midway Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Snelson-golden Middle School?
876 students attend Snelson-golden Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Snelson-golden Middle School students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Snelson-golden Middle School?
Snelson-golden Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Snelson-golden Middle School offer ?
Snelson-golden Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Snelson-golden Middle School part of?
Snelson-golden Middle School is part of Liberty County School District.
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