Serving 385 students in grades 6-8, Claxton Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 385 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Claxton Middle School's student population of 385 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
385 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We expect excellence…no exceptions, no excuses!
School Rankings
Claxton Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Claxton Middle School is 0.71, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2065 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)6-9%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
27%
20%
Black
37%
36%
White
29%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.2%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Claxton Middle School's ranking?
Claxton Middle School is ranked #2065 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Claxton Middle School?
385 students attend Claxton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Claxton Middle School students are Black, 29% of students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Claxton Middle School?
Claxton Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Claxton Middle School offer ?
Claxton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Claxton Middle School part of?
Claxton Middle School is part of Evans County School District.
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