Serving 778 students in grades 6-8, Lee County Middle School West ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 778 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lee County Middle School West serves the west part of Leesburg, GA, covering an area of approximately 160.7 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 9.2 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 14.5 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lee County Middle School West ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Lee County Middle School West's student population of 778 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
778 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
School Motto
Excellence in Education
School Rankings
Lee County Middle School West 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 Lee County Middle School West is 0.61, 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
#471 out of 2192 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
33%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
53%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.4%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-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 Lee County Middle School West's ranking?
Lee County Middle School West is ranked #471 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Lee County Middle School West often compared to?
Lee County Middle School Westis often viewed alongside schools like Lee County Middle School East by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Lee County Middle School West?
778 students attend Lee County Middle School West.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Lee County Middle School West students are White, 33% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lee County Middle School West?
Lee County Middle School West has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lee County Middle School West offer ?
Lee County Middle School West offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lee County Middle School West part of?
Lee County Middle School West is part of Lee County School District.
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