Serving 304 students in grades 6-8, Gordon Lee Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 45% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 304 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Gordon Lee Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Chickamauga, GA, covering approximately 2.6 square miles. Typically, students can expect a 5-10 minute drive to school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gordon Lee Middle School's student population of 304 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
304 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Gordon Lee Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gordon Lee Middle School is 0.15, 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
#586 out of 2192 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
4%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
92%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.3%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-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 Gordon Lee Middle School's ranking?
Gordon Lee Middle School is ranked #586 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Gordon Lee Middle School often compared to?
Gordon Lee Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chattanooga Valley Middle School, Lafayette Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Gordon Lee Middle School?
304 students attend Gordon Lee Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Gordon Lee Middle School students are White, 4% 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 Gordon Lee Middle School?
Gordon Lee Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gordon Lee Middle School offer ?
Gordon Lee Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gordon Lee Middle School part of?
Gordon Lee Middle School is part of Chickamauga City School District.
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