Serving 1,364 students in grades 6-8, Eddie White 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 8% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,364 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Eddie White Academy serves the southern part of Hampton, GA, covering an area of approximately 23.5 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 5.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Eddie White Middle School's student population of 1,364 students has grown by 72% over five school years.
The teacher population of 82 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,364 students
Total Classroom Teachers
82 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Eddie White 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 Eddie White Middle School is 0.36, 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
#2009 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
14%
20%
Black
79%
36%
White
2%
34%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.1%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eddie White Middle School's ranking?
Eddie White Middle School is ranked #2009 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Eddie White Middle School often compared to?
Eddie White Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kemp Primary by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Eddie White Middle School?
1,364 students attend Eddie White Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Eddie White Middle School students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Eddie White Middle School?
Eddie White Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Eddie White Middle School offer ?
Eddie White Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Eddie White Middle School part of?
Eddie White Middle School is part of Clayton County School District.
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