Serving 619 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 11% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). 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 13:1 is lower than 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 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 619 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Kendrick Middle School serves the west part of Jonesboro, GA, covering an area of approximately 5.1 square miles. Students typically live about 5-10 minutes away from the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone located 3.2 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kendrick Middle School's student population of 619 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
619 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1996
School Calendar
Campus Size
38 acres
School Motto
The mission of Kendrick Middle School is to foster academic achievement and mutual respect for student success in a global society.
School Rankings
Kendrick 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 Kendrick Middle School is 0.46, 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
#1878 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
29%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
68%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.9%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
10%
7%
Showing 2004–2013. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Vegas Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kendrick Middle School's ranking?
Kendrick Middle School is ranked #1878 out of 2,192 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?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% 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?
619 students attend Kendrick Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Kendrick Middle School students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kendrick Middle School?
Kendrick Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than 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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