Serving 448 students in grades 6-8, Eddy 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 4% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 12% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% 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: 448 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Eddy Middle School serves the southern part of Columbus, GA, covering an area of approximately 10.1 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of about 2.1 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, extending up to 4.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Eddy Middle School's student population of 448 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
448 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Our school’s mission is to inspire and equip all students to achieve unlimited potential.
School Rankings
Eddy 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 Eddy Middle School is 0.45, 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
#2141 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
21%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
71%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. 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)43.8%
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)
5%
7%
Showing 2004–2013. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Generals
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eddy Middle School's ranking?
Eddy Middle School is ranked #2141 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Eddy Middle School often compared to?
Eddy Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Blackmon Road Middle School, Double Churches Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Eddy Middle School?
448 students attend Eddy Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Eddy Middle School students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Eddy Middle School?
Eddy Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Eddy Middle School offer ?
Eddy Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Eddy Middle School part of?
Eddy Middle School is part of Muscogee County School District.
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