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King Middle School

Atlanta, GA 30312

Phone: (404) 802-5400
Fax: (404) 330-4196
District: Atlanta Public Schools

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public • Grades 6,7,8 • 876 students

King Middle School, a public school located in Atlanta, GA, serves grades 6-8 in the Atlanta Public Schools.It has received a GreatSchools Rating of 5 out of 10, based on a variety of school quality measures.

King Middle School is a public school located in Atlanta, GA. 876 students attend King Middle School.

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Category	Rating	Details
Test Scores	5/10	The Test Score Rating examines how students at this school performed on standardized tests compared with other schools in the state. The Test Rating was created using 2025 Georgia Milestones End-of-Course (EOC) Assessment data from Georgia Governor's Office of Student Achievement, and using 2025 Georgia Milestones End-of-Grade (EOG) Assessment data from Georgia Governor's Office of Student Achievement.
Student Growth	5/10	The Student Progress Rating measures whether students at this school are making academic progress over time based on student growth data provided by the Department of Education. Specifically, this rating looks at how much progress individual students have made on state assessments during the past year or more, how this performance aligns with expected progress based on a student growth model established by the state Department of Education, and how this school's growth data compares to other schools in the state. The Growth Rating was created using 2025 Student growth data from Georgia Governor's Office of Student Achievement.

Worrisome patterns of chronic student absenteeism have been identified.

Posted: September 4, 2026

I would recommend this school. We have had a great experience so far. Our child is happy, learning and feels encouraged and cared for by the teachers. The team spirit and coaches for softball have made the experience at King significantly memorable. We also like the inquiry based IB curriculum using creative global thinking as opposed to the traditional approach. My child has enjoyed the Communications elective and Chinese language class leading to an overall well rounded education.

Posted: September 4, 2026

Posted: December 22, 2025

I would recommend this school. My kid has felt encouraged and excited to learn. The softball and swim teams provided a nurturing and positive experience. While there are incident reports, my kid has never felt unsafe. The principal and staff are helpful. Teaching experience is mixed - would say that 3 out of 5 teachers are motivating and have made a significant difference in my child's learning. Overall a great experience!

Posted: December 22, 2025

Posted: October 5, 2025

For a School that youd think would stand for everything Martin Luther King Jr. himself stood for, this school does not. When I went here I went through tons of bullying from both students, staff, and teachers. Whenever I went to someone who I thought could be a trusted adult, they told me it would be handled. Months would pass and the bullying would still continue. Ive had my life threatened by students and even once had a staff member threaten to hit me. The teachers who I thought would help me if I had hard time understanding or even completing work would ignore me. Ive only ever had one teacher at this school who was willing to help. 1 out of my 5+ teachers were able to help me. Martin Luther King Jr. believed in non-violence, love, and equality. This school does NOT represent that.

Posted: August 19, 2025

the is the best school I every been to

Posted: August 19, 2025

Posted: November 13, 2024

I'm a parent of 3 that have made their way through the public school system - 2 have special needs and I can tell you from my experience that if you have a high-achieving child they will probably be ok at King, if they can overlook the constant fighting. If you have children with special needs however, it puts a spotlight on the glaring shortcomings of the teachers, communication and results at this school. I have been so frustrated not even being able to get in touch with my child's math teacher when he is failing math.

Posted: November 13, 2024

Posted: May 14, 2022

Students (especially the girl students) are sexually harassed with no punishment to their harasser, and in some cases, get in trouble for seeking justice. The administration justifies these actions and don't punish the male students because theyre on the football or basketball team. Its horrifying, seeing your child be harassed in such a way with no repercussions. Please keep your children close and safe, because this school doesnt.

Posted: May 14, 2022

Posted: February 2, 2022

Please ignore any reviews that suggest that there is systematic racism against white students. The statement in itself shows a lack of knowledge of what constitutes systematic racism and reveals a clear bias. The reality is that some white parents are uncomfortable in predominantly black spaces and have a fear of black children. King Middle School has challenges including behavioral issues and some fighting. However, this is the current reality for schools all over Atlanta and the nation as a whole regardless or race, income and geography (intown, suburbs, rural). Students are struggling having to deal with the impact of Covid, the loss of socialization with friends, and for some being food and housing insecure. King Middle School is particularly impacted since the majority of its students are low-income. What we love about our school is that our teachers are veterans and committed to working at King specifically (most teachers I have talked to have been there 5+ years.) We are happy to have been granted an IB certification, and our school works hard to make real world connections for our students. This year we had an interim principal because our amazing last principal was promoted to District leadership. We are looking forward to working with a new principal and seeing what's in store for our diverse and growing community.

Posted: February 2, 2022

Systemic racism and homophobia are prevalent at this school. My son is picked on daily for being both white and gay. He has his hair pulled and also beat up by another student (who was expelled). The administration has taken no action that has changed the situation for him at all. We are now leaving the city. We have little alternative but to move to a place where we are loved. Lots of promises no action.

Posted: February 2, 2022

Posted: May 31, 2015

To me this is one of best middle school in Atlanta public schools. I feel that King Middle School do not get notice of the amazing work we do.

Posted: May 14, 2014

We are doing great things here. The leadership team, led by Mr. Brown has been a terrific change for the kids and continues to meld the school to great accomplishments.

Posted: May 8, 2014

This is a school that is on the rise to greatness! Wonderful things are happening here. Teachers are motivated, caring and innovative. Students are eager and ready to learn.

Posted: May 6, 2014

I love King MIddle School and am saddened by the undeserved, poor reputation that it still has. Like any parent, I was concerned about my child entering middle school and the new social challenges he would face; however, the format of grouping children into learning communities limits their exposure to older children and facilitates a bond between the cohorts and the teachers. I am impressed with how accessible all the teacher's have been when I needed to discuss my son's academic progress or behavior. We have worked together to help him become more focused in the classroom and to utilize his potential. I feel like I have a team working with me for my child's education. The principal is a wonderful leader with a positive attitude. He makes me believe that our children are going to recieve the education and the support they need to do well in middle school and beyond. As a Title I School, King offers a variety of supplimental services to assist children with both their academics and their character. I look forward to the day when this gem of a school is recognized within the community.

Posted: May 6, 2014

My son attend King Middle and now, will be leaving the 8th grade, I am an active parent in the school, as well as part of the P.T.A. and LSC, I must say the teachers and staff here is really good, and I'm not just saying that....We do have uniform code, we also ,have good programs, that are good for healthy development. This is a school, that is diverse, and good choice for gifted and special needs children....We are Title 1 as well.... This school, will be getting a makeover coming....The kids here do go on exciting field trips...This school also, is growing in numbers, we have over 500 students here....So, let this gem of a choice be where your child can grow in this middle school...It was definitely mine and I am very happy at that...

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