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North Hall Middle School

Public | 6-8 | 875 students

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4 stars

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Posted December 3, 2010

I think North Hall Middle School is an amazing school! i had to move at the end of my 7th grade year, so i didnt get to continue on with all my friends. The teachers and students make a fun environment and everyone trys hard! whenever i needed help with something my teacher wanted to help cause they wanted me to understand and get good grades. the sport programs are also very fun and everyone does their best! I miss this school so much and i will never forget it! One of the best schools ever!!


Posted July 16, 2010

ok i go to nhms and i love if i could choose to go to any school i would say no cause im most happiest here i love it altough it can be hard being in 8th grade cause over the years alot of friends moved its ok cause alot more friends are here to stay s oi love north hall and nothing gonna change my mind


Posted February 7, 2010

I have a child who goes to north hall middle and it is fantastic!!! The scores are good and the teachers are excellent!!!! There aren't any gangs and I would know since my daughter tells me everything and it is also very clean compared to other schools around. My husband used to inspect the schools around to make sure they were clean and this school(and the high/elementary school) are most definitely the cleanest by far! It was a tough decision to pick which school our daughter would go to and this one is awesome! Amazing! It's just a great, clean school. :)
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 22, 2008

As a parent of an eighth grader, we have been very pleased with the educational and extra-cirricular opportunities at NHMS. Our son has had the opportunity to take 4 high school level honors classes, which is ahead of local private schools. Supportive and interested administration and teachers.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 9, 2008

There are lots of clicks and the school staff favor the parents who shower the school with donations. This school is all about image and money. Every extra activity is expensive. And the school is always cramming some fund raiser in your face, and the items they ask you to buy or sell are also expensive. Equality is missing in this school.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 24, 2007

My daughter just started her third year at NHMS and it's been a wonderful experience. Mr. Brown, who took over as principal last year, is absolutely the best. He knows all the kids and is their biggest cheerleader. The teachers have been great- my daughter made significant strides in science and math and her passion for writing has been encouraged. I love this school- it's the perfect fit for my child!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 23, 2007

My daughter did extremely well in all subjects at NHMS. Her Algebra teacher was very good and math became a favorite subject. Her 6th grade Science teacher was also excellent! My child flourished & thrived under these great teachers, both of whom have terrific personalities! The Asst. principal, Mrs. Jenkins, was wonderful & helpful through all three years - excellent job!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 4, 2005

I think North Hall Middle is a better than average school. It's, in my opinion, better than Chestatee Middle in several ways. The only problem that I have with North Hall Middle is the principal. She is suspicious of anything any of the students do and she does not go along with the rules very well.
—Submitted by a former student


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.

281 students were tested at this school in 2012.

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95%

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95%

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94%

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97%
Math

The state average for Math was 80% in 2012.

274 students were tested at this school in 2012.

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90%

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83%

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83%

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80%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 96% in 2012.

282 students were tested at this school in 2012.

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97%

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98%

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94%

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96%
Science

The state average for Science was 73% in 2012.

287 students were tested at this school in 2012.

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81%

2011

 
 
76%

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75%

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76%
Social Studies

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

285 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
77%

2011

 
 
74%

2010

 
 
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

English Language Arts

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

267 students were tested at this school in 2012.

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98%

2011

 
 
95%

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96%

2009

 
 
95%
Math

The state average for Math was 91% in 2012.

265 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
97%

2011

 
 
96%

2010

 
 
90%

2009

 
 
91%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 94% in 2012.

270 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
99%

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96%

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94%

2009

 
 
95%
Science

The state average for Science was 85% in 2012.

269 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
92%

2011

 
 
86%

2010

 
 
82%

2009

 
 
86%
Social Studies

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

269 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
81%

2011

 
 
76%

2010

 
 
69%
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.

280 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
96%

2011

 
 
95%

2010

 
 
96%

2009

 
 
93%
Math

The state average for Math was 77% in 2012.

275 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
81%

2011

 
 
75%

2010

 
 
80%

2009

 
 
76%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 96% in 2012.

287 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
97%

2011

 
 
99%

2010

 
 
97%

2009

 
 
97%
Science

The state average for Science was 74% in 2012.

287 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
82%

2011

 
 
68%

2010

 
 
80%

2009

 
 
81%
Social Studies

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

285 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
69%

2011

 
 
67%

2010

 
 
73%

2009

 
 
62%
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.

285 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
85%

2011

 
 
89%

2010

 
 
92%

2009

 
 
88%
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.

80 students were tested at this school in 2012.

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100%

2011

 
 
100%

2010

 
 
100%
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.

76 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
100%

2011

 
 
97%

2010

 
 
100%
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.

97 students were tested at this school in 2012.

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100%

2011

 
 
100%

2010

 
 
100%
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

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 87% 46%
Hispanic 11% 10%
Asian/Pacific Islander 1% 3%
Black 1% 38%
American Indian/Alaska Native 0% 0%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Limited English proficient 6%N/A5%
Economically disadvantaged 30%N/A50%
Students with disabilities 12%N/A12%
Source: GA Dept. of Education, 2006-2007

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 14N/A14
Source: NCES, 2008-2009
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4856 Rilla Rd
Gainesville, GA 30506
Phone: (770) 983-9749

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