Serving 627 students in grades 6-8, Crawford Long 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 9% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 627 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Long Middle School serves the southeast part of Atlanta, GA, covering an area of approximately 11.6 square miles, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive and an average distance of 2 miles to the zone's edge, which extends up to 3.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Crawford Long Middle School's student population of 627 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
627 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Crawford Long 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 Crawford Long Middle School is 0.23, 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
#2077 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
87%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)65.4%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
1%
7%
Showing 2004–2013. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crawford Long Middle School's ranking?
Crawford Long Middle School is ranked #2077 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Crawford Long Middle School often compared to?
Crawford Long Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Forest Park Middle School, Woodland Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Crawford Long Middle School?
627 students attend Crawford Long Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Crawford Long Middle School students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Crawford Long Middle School?
Crawford Long Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Crawford Long Middle School offer ?
Crawford Long Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Crawford Long Middle School part of?
Crawford Long Middle School is part of Atlanta School District.
In what neighborhood is Crawford Long Middle School located?
Crawford Long Middle School is located in the Glenrose Heights neighborhood of Atlanta, GA.
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