Garrett Middle School vs Turner Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Georgia, United States, 5.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Garrett Middle School
Austell · Public middle · Grades 6–8
891 students
Turner Middle School
Lithia Springs · Public middle · Grades 6–8
742 students
| Measure | Garrett Middle School Austell, Georgia | Turner Middle School Lithia Springs, Georgia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #406 of 482 | #320 of 482 |
| National rank | #14070 of 15,369 | #12255 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 891 | 742 |
| Enrollment | 891 | 742 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 85.2% |
| Students per teacher | 15.6 | 16.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 30% | 39% |
| Math proficiency | 26% | 30% |
| city | Austell | Lithia Springs |
| state | Georgia | Georgia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Turner Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (28.3 vs 18.2).
- •Turner Middle School does better on math proficiency (30% vs 26%).
- •Turner Middle School does better on reading proficiency (39% vs 30%).
- •Turner Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (85.2% vs 100%).
- •Garrett Middle School does better on students per teacher (15.6 vs 16.1).
- •Garrett Middle School is the larger school with 891 students compared with 742.
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 Garrett Middle School better than Turner Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Turner Middle School ranks higher (28.3 vs 18.2 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 Garrett Middle School and Turner Middle School?
About 5.3 km in a straight line, between Austell and Lithia Springs in Georgia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Garrett Middle School: 891. Turner Middle School: 742. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Garrett Middle School and Turner Middle School rank in Georgia?
Garrett Middle School is 406th of 482 and Turner Middle School is 320th of 482 among middle schools in Georgia on the 2025 Success Index (US).