Serving 698 students in grades 6-8, Chestnut Log 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower 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 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 698 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chestnut Log Middle School's student population of 698 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
698 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Chestnut Log Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chestnut Log Middle School is 0.57, 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
#1412 out of 2168 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
22%
18%
Black
61%
36%
White
10%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chestnut Log Middle School's ranking?
Chestnut Log Middle School is ranked #1412 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Chestnut Log Middle School often compared to?
Chestnut Log Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chapel Hill Middle School, Mason Creek Middle School, Lindley 6th Grade Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend Chestnut Log Middle School?
698 students attend Chestnut Log Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Chestnut Log Middle School students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chestnut Log Middle School?
Chestnut Log Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Chestnut Log Middle School offer ?
Chestnut Log Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Chestnut Log Middle School part of?
Chestnut Log Middle School is part of Douglas County School District.
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