Kendrick Middle School

7971 Kendrick Rd
Jonesboro, GA 30238
(School attendance zone shown in map)
2/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 623 students in grades 6-8, Kendrick 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 13% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (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 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 623 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 99%
  • : Bottom 50% in GA
  • : 13% (Btm 50%)
  • : 22% (Btm 50%)
  • : 18% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Kendrick Middle School's student population of 623 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
623 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Kendrick Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kendrick Middle School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (GA)
#1797 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
13%
37%
22%
40%
18%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
26%
19%
Black
69%
36%
White
1%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.46
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
10%
7%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kendrick Middle School's ranking?
Kendrick Middle School is ranked #1797 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Kendrick Middle School often compared to?
Kendrick Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pointe South Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Kendrick Middle School?
623 students attend Kendrick Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Kendrick Middle School students are Black, 26% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kendrick Middle School?
Kendrick Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kendrick Middle School offer ?
Kendrick Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kendrick Middle School part of?
Kendrick Middle School is part of Clayton County School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 623 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 99%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 13% (Btm 50%)
  • : 22% (Btm 50%)
  • : 18% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education

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