Serving 675 students in grades 6-8, Jeff Davis Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (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 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 675 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Jeff Davis Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Hazlehurst, GA school district, covering approximately 335.4 square miles. Families within this area can expect a typical drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 9 miles to the zone's edge and some locations being as far as 18.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jeff Davis Middle School's student population of 675 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
675 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jeff Davis Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jeff Davis Middle School is 0.60, 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
#1016 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
26%
20%
Black
12%
36%
White
57%
34%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.8%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jeff Davis Middle School's ranking?
Jeff Davis Middle School is ranked #1016 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Jeff Davis Middle School often compared to?
Jeff Davis Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like J. R. Trippe Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Jeff Davis Middle School?
675 students attend Jeff Davis Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Jeff Davis Middle School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jeff Davis Middle School?
Jeff Davis Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jeff Davis Middle School offer ?
Jeff Davis Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jeff Davis Middle School part of?
Jeff Davis Middle School is part of Jeff Davis County School District.
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