Serving 544 students in grades 6, Lindley 6th Grade Academy 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 14% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6
- Enrollment: 544 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lindley 6th Grade Academy's student population of 544 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6
Total Students
544 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
Lindley 6th Grade Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lindley 6th Grade Academy is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1614 out of 2168 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
43%
18%
Black
52%
36%
White
3%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lindley 6th Grade Academy's ranking?
Lindley 6th Grade Academy is ranked #1614 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Lindley 6th Grade Academy often compared to?
Lindley 6th Grade Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Mason Creek Middle School, Chestnut Log Middle School, East Cobb Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend Lindley 6th Grade Academy?
544 students attend Lindley 6th Grade Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Lindley 6th Grade Academy students are Black, 43% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lindley 6th Grade Academy?
Lindley 6th Grade Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lindley 6th Grade Academy offer ?
Lindley 6th Grade Academy offers enrollment in grades 6
What school district is Lindley 6th Grade Academy part of?
Lindley 6th Grade Academy is part of Cobb County School District.
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