BUNCHE MIDDLE SCHOOL

Bunche Middle School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Atlanta Public Schools school district, located in Atlanta, GA with about 858 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 51 teachers, Bunche Middle School has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Ralph J. Bunche Middle School, located on Niskey Lake Road in Southwest Atlanta, serves as a prominent educational institution within the Atlanta Public Schools district. Named in honor of the Nobel Peace Prize-winning diplomat and civil rights activist Ralph Bunche, the school is deeply integrated into the local community. It focuses on providing a comprehensive middle school curriculum designed to prepare students for the academic and social transitions required for high school success.

Beyond core academics, the school emphasizes a supportive environment that prioritizes student growth, character development, and community engagement. As part of a district committed to educational equity, Bunche Middle School utilizes various programs and initiatives to address the diverse needs of its student body. By fostering a culture of high expectations and utilizing its suburban-adjacent campus, the school aims to empower its students to become informed, responsible citizens and lifelong learners.

For more information, contact Bunche Middle School at (404) 802-6700 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.