Serving 883 students in grades 6-8, Eighth Street Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (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 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 883 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Eighth Street Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Tifton, GA, covering approximately 268.8 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive to the school of 15-20 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 12.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Eighth Street Middle School's student population of 883 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
883 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Eighth Street 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 Eighth Street Middle School is 0.66, 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
#1281 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Hispanic
18%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Black
34%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
White
44%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
5%
7%
Showing 2004–2013. View full 15-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eighth Street Middle School's ranking?
Eighth Street Middle School is ranked #1281 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?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Eighth Street Middle School?
883 students attend Eighth Street Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Eighth Street Middle School students are White, 34% of students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Eighth Street Middle School?
Eighth Street Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Eighth Street Middle School offer ?
Eighth Street Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Eighth Street Middle School part of?
Eighth Street Middle School is part of Tift County School District.
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