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Rising Starr Middle School

Fayette County · Fayette County · 183 Panther Path, Fayetteville, GA 30215.0

(770)486-2721

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10/10
#16
Rank 16 out of 462
Top 3%
English Language Arts10/10 · #11 · 98th percentile
Mathematics9/10 · #89 · 81st percentile
Science10/10 · #17 · 96th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Rising Starr Middle School sits in Fayetteville, a quietly prosperous suburb south of Atlanta where tree-lined neighborhoods and a strong sense of community make it a popular landing spot for families relocating from the city. The school's near-perfect English and science scores reflect a genuinely rigorous academic culture, and its overall ranking puts it among the very best middle schools in Georgia — which is saying something in a county already known for taking education seriously. Families who prioritize a structured, high-achieving environment without the intensity of a magnet or selective-admission school will feel right at home here.

Student Demographics

912 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
619 (68%)
Hispanic
102 (11%)
African American
83 (9%)
Asian
60 (7%)
Multiple Races
47 (5%)
Other
1 (0%)

Key Indicators

Socioeconomically Disadvantaged140 (15%)
Students with Disabilities94 (10%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

1,866
Enrollment
62.98
Teachers (FTE)
29.6:1
Student-Staff Ratio
3
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 Programs6/10 · #213 · 53rd percentile

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