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Mercer Middle School

Savannah-Chatham County · Chatham County · 5330 Montgomery St, Garden City, GA 31405.0

(912)395-6700

1/10
#449
Rank 449 out of 462
Top 97%
English Language Arts1/10 · #444 · 4th percentile
Mathematics1/10 · #429 · 7th percentile
Science1/10 · #400 · 2nd percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Mercer Middle School serves Garden City, a small industrial community tucked just northwest of Savannah, and the school's academic profile reflects some real challenges that families in the area are navigating together. That said, the math scores show a relative bright spot worth noting, and families who are engaged and proactive about supplementing their child's education may find a tight-knit school community here. Garden City itself has a strong working-class character and sits close enough to Savannah proper that families have access to the city's growing arts, food, and cultural scene — but those looking for a highly competitive academic environment may want to explore additional enrichment options alongside what Mercer offers.

Student Demographics

492 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

African American
255 (52%)
Hispanic
188 (38%)
White
27 (5%)
Multiple Races
17 (3%)
Other
5 (1%)

Key Indicators

English Learners111 (23%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged433 (88%)
Students with Disabilities80 (16%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

1,026
Enrollment
40.86
Teachers (FTE)
25.1:1
Student-Staff Ratio
2
Administrators (FTE)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs10/10 · #20 · 96th percentile

133 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Middle Schools in Georgia.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found