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King Middle School

Public | 6-8 | 554 students

 

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Posted April 15, 2010

I love the location. I feel that teachers really care about the students. I Iike the free before and atfercare program. I think free tutorial service is wonderful and very hepful.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 4, 2009

King is in a very transitional period. I believe with the leadership of Mrs. Battle and MORE PARENTAL INVOLVEMENT it will become the school that it was always meant to be. Many of the teachers are Challenge certified and really focus on teaching to the childs needs. I believe that a school is a reflection of its community so what does this say of the Grant Park and Summerhill communities. Both which I grew up in and attended King myself. They used to be communities where neighbors, businesses and schools supported one another and sadly now it seems every man for himself.... and we wonder why the world is in such turmoil. My son is an honor student, band and chorus participant and is involved in several academic and enrichment programs at the school. King is a great school that deserves a chance.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted February 24, 2009

King middle school is a school that is in need for a whole lot of improvement. It's easy for me to say that it is a terrible school, but the truth is children are acting like this at all of the schools. I am sure some more than others. I also fault the parents for King not being the school that it should be because parental involvement is very low. Some of the teachers at King appear to be good teachers; but I don't like the comparisons that are being made about the 'bad kids' were the kids that came from King. I'm sure Walton had their share of 'bad kids' as well. You can't be a fair teacher and place stereotypes on the students.
—Submitted by a parent


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

About these ratings

The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
English Language Arts

The state average for English Language Arts was 92% in 2012.

157 students were tested at this school in 2012.

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89%

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81%

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83%

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80%
Math

The state average for Math was 80% in 2012.

156 students were tested at this school in 2012.

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62%

2011

 
 
66%

2010

 
 
52%

2009

 
 
36%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 96% in 2012.

157 students were tested at this school in 2012.

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94%

2011

 
 
84%

2010

 
 
79%

2009

 
 
76%
Science

The state average for Science was 73% in 2012.

164 students were tested at this school in 2012.

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29%

2011

 
 
45%

2010

 
 
40%

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31%
Social Studies

The state average for Social Studies was 73% in 2012.

163 students were tested at this school in 2012.

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41%

2011

 
 
57%

2010

 
 
43%
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About the tests


In 2011-2012 Georgia administered the Criterion-Referenced Competency Tests (CRCT) in reading, social studies, science, English language arts and math in grades 3 through 8. The CRCT is a standards-based assessment, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Georgia. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Georgia's state standards

Source: Georgia Department of Education

English Language Arts

The state average for English Language Arts was 93% in 2012.

160 students were tested at this school in 2012.

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84%

2011

 
 
87%

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86%

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80%
Math

The state average for Math was 91% in 2012.

161 students were tested at this school in 2012.

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78%

2011

 
 
80%

2010

 
 
58%

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61%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 94% in 2012.

161 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
83%

2011

 
 
75%

2010

 
 
76%

2009

 
 
79%
Science

The state average for Science was 85% in 2012.

162 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
66%

2011

 
 
63%

2010

 
 
46%

2009

 
 
46%
Social Studies

The state average for Social Studies was 78% in 2012.

164 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
63%

2011

 
 
63%

2010

 
 
32%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Georgia administered the Criterion-Referenced Competency Tests (CRCT) in reading, social studies, science, English language arts and math in grades 3 through 8. The CRCT is a standards-based assessment, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Georgia. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Georgia's state standards

Source: Georgia Department of Education

English Language Arts

The state average for English Language Arts was 95% in 2012.

181 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
92%

2011

 
 
87%

2010

 
 
84%

2009

 
 
85%
Math

The state average for Math was 77% in 2012.

180 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
57%

2011

 
 
66%

2010

 
 
55%

2009

 
 
56%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 96% in 2012.

179 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
89%

2011

 
 
91%

2010

 
 
84%

2009

 
 
84%
Science

The state average for Science was 74% in 2012.

190 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
56%

2011

 
 
60%

2010

 
 
60%

2009

 
 
53%
Social Studies

The state average for Social Studies was 77% in 2012.

191 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
68%

2011

 
 
74%

2010

 
 
77%

2009

 
 
59%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Georgia administered the Criterion-Referenced Competency Tests (CRCT) in reading, social studies, science, English language arts and math in grades 3 through 8. The CRCT is a standards-based assessment, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Georgia. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Georgia's state standards

Source: Georgia Department of Education

Writing

The state average for Writing was 82% in 2012.

198 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
72%

2011

 
 
67%

2010

 
 
72%

2009

 
 
67%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Georgia administered the Middle Grades Writing Assessment (MGWA) to students in grades 5 and 8. The MGWA is a standards-based assessment, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined by the state of Georgia. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Georgia's state standards

Source: Georgia Department of Education

9th Grade Literature

The state average for 9th Grade Literature was 84% in 2012.

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Algebra I

The state average for Algebra I was 63% in 2012.

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American Literature

The state average for American Literature was 89% in 2012.

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Biology

The state average for Biology was 73% in 2012.

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Economics

The state average for Economics was 77% in 2012.

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Geometry

The state average for Geometry was 74% in 2012.

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Integrated Math 1

The state average for Integrated Math 1 was 65% in 2012.

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Integrated Math 2

The state average for Integrated Math 2 was 54% in 2012.

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Physical Science

The state average for Physical Science was 78% in 2012.

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U.S. History

The state average for U.S. History was 68% in 2012.

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Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Georgia administered End-of-Course Tests (EOCT) in 9th grade math levels 1 and 2, biology, United States history, physical science, American literature and economics. The EOCT is a standards-based assessment, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined by the state of Georgia. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Georgia's state standards

Source: Georgia Department of Education

Breaking down the GreatSchools Rating

GreatSchools Ratings are based on the most recent standardized test results for schools. Use the breakdown ratings below to compare types of students at this school. Learn more »


Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
Black 90% 37%
Hispanic 7% 12%
Two or more races 1% 3%
White 1% 44%
American Indian/Alaska Native 0% 0%
Asian 0% 3%
Hawaiian Native/Pacific Islander 0% 0%
Source: NCES, 2010-2011

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Limited English proficient 1%N/A5%
Economically disadvantaged 87%N/A50%
Students with disabilities 14%N/A12%
Source: GA Dept. of Education, 2006-2007

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 12N/A14
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

School basics

School Leader's name
  • Peter McKnight
Fax number
  • (404) 330-4196

Resources

Extra learning resources offered
  • Title I Schoolwide program (SWP)
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545 Hill St SE
Atlanta, GA 30312
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