Awtrey Middle School vs Barber Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Georgia, United States, 1.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Awtrey Middle School
Kennesaw · Public middle · Grades 6–8
593 students
Barber Middle School
Acworth · Public middle · Grades 6–8
790 students
| Measure | Awtrey Middle School Kennesaw, Georgia | Barber Middle School Acworth, Georgia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 63 Top 50% | 57 Top 50% |
| State rank | #90 of 482 | #118 of 482 |
| National rank | #4917 of 15,369 | #6124 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 593 | 790 |
| Enrollment | 593 | 790 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 48.1% | 57.8% |
| Students per teacher | 12.9 | 14.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 55% | 53% |
| Math proficiency | 49% | 52% |
| city | Kennesaw | Acworth |
| state | Georgia | Georgia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Awtrey Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (62.5 vs 57.0).
- •Barber Middle School does better on math proficiency (52% vs 49%).
- •Awtrey Middle School does better on reading proficiency (55% vs 53%).
- •Awtrey Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (48.1% vs 57.8%).
- •Awtrey Middle School does better on students per teacher (12.9 vs 14.6).
- •Barber Middle School is the larger school with 790 students compared with 593.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Awtrey Middle School better than Barber Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Awtrey Middle School ranks higher (62.5 vs 57.0 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Awtrey Middle School and Barber Middle School?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between Kennesaw and Acworth in Georgia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Awtrey Middle School: 593. Barber Middle School: 790. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Awtrey Middle School and Barber Middle School rank in Georgia?
Awtrey Middle School is 90th of 482 and Barber Middle School is 118th of 482 among middle schools in Georgia on the 2025 Success Index (US).