About The School
Vision Statement:
Generating Excellence: One Team-One Goal
Mission Statement:
Atkinson County Middle School is the BRIDGE (Building Relationships, Integrity, Dedication, Growth, Excellence) where Commitment Meets Success, where all students meet or exceed the benchmarks set by the state, and where students are prepared for life challenges.
Atkinson County Middle School
Atkinson County Middle School (ACMS) is a Title I school located just outside the city limits of Pearson, Georgia, in rural South Georgia. Pearson has a population of 1,821. While the socioeconomic status of the community is diverse, the average household income is below the state average. According to U.S. Census data, the median household income for Pearson residents is $30,815.
ACMS was established in 2010. Before its opening, local elementary schools served students in Pre-K through 7th grade, while the high school enrolled students in 8th through 12th grades. In August 2010, ACMS opened its doors, bringing together 6th and 7th graders from the elementary schools with 8th graders from the high school to create a true middle school environment. The school shares a campus with Atkinson County High School (ACHS). ACMS includes two wings, separated from the high school by a hallway, library, and administrative offices.
For the 2025–2026 school year, ACMS serves 324 students: 122 in 6th grade, 106 in 7th grade, and 96 in 8th grade.