Serving 220 students in grades 6-8, Johnson County 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 26% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 220 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Johnson County Middle School's student population of 220 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
220 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Motto
'We Are JOCO! It Takes the Whole Community!'
School Rankings
Johnson County 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 Johnson County Middle School is 0.56, 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
#1410 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
4%
20%
Black
39%
36%
White
54%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.6%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Johnson County Middle School's ranking?
Johnson County Middle School is ranked #1410 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?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Johnson County Middle School?
220 students attend Johnson County Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Johnson County Middle School students are White, 39% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Johnson County Middle School?
Johnson County Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Johnson County Middle School offer ?
Johnson County Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Johnson County Middle School part of?
Johnson County Middle School is part of Johnson County School District.
School Calendar
View the Johnson County Middle School yearly calendar below.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I love my school so much you have so many people to have fun with and people like me will help you if you move to my school.Joco has lots of clubs and sports
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