Serving 550 students in grades 6-8, Bleckley Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher 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 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 550 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Bleckley Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Cochran, GA, encompassing approximately 219.1 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 15 to 20 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 9.1 miles and the furthest edge located 13.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bleckley Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Bleckley Middle School's student population of 550 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
550 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bleckley Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bleckley Middle School is 0.50, 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
#475 out of 2192 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Hispanic
5%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Black
23%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
White
67%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.8%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
Showing 2014–2024. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bleckley Middle School's ranking?
Bleckley Middle School is ranked #475 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Bleckley Middle School?
550 students attend Bleckley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Bleckley Middle School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bleckley Middle School?
Bleckley Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bleckley Middle School offer ?
Bleckley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bleckley Middle School part of?
Bleckley Middle School is part of Bleckley County School District.
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