Serving 48 students in grades 6-8, Clay County 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 48 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Clay County Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Fort Gaines, GA, covering approximately 217.2 square miles. Families can typically expect a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 8.8 miles from the school to the zone's edge, and the furthest point being around 15.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Clay County Middle School's student population of 48 students has declined by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
48 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Clay County 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 Clay County Middle School is 0.08, 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
#2047 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
96%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.1%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
14%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clay County Middle School's ranking?
Clay County Middle School is ranked #2047 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Clay County Middle School?
48 students attend Clay County Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Clay County Middle School students are Black, and 4% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clay County Middle School?
Clay County Middle School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Clay County Middle School offer ?
Clay County Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Clay County Middle School part of?
Clay County Middle School is part of Clay County School District.
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