Serving 697 students in grades 6-8, Lee County Middle School East ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 697 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lee County Middle School East's student population of 697 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
697 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lee County Middle School East ranks within the top 30% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lee County Middle School East is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#647 out of 2168 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
4%
18%
Black
24%
36%
White
67%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lee County Middle School East's ranking?
Lee County Middle School East is ranked #647 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Lee County Middle School East often compared to?
Lee County Middle School Eastis often viewed alongside schools like Lee County Middle School West by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend Lee County Middle School East?
697 students attend Lee County Middle School East.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Lee County Middle School East students are White, 24% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lee County Middle School East?
Lee County Middle School East has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lee County Middle School East offer ?
Lee County Middle School East offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Lee County Middle School East part of?
Lee County Middle School East is part of Lee County School District.
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