Serving 1,192 students in grades 6-8, Lindley 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 15% (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 18:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,192 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lindley Middle School's student population of 1,192 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,192 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lindley Middle School 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 Middle School is 0.54, 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
#1600 out of 2168 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
42%
18%
Black
54%
36%
White
2%
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
75%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lindley Middle School's ranking?
Lindley Middle School is ranked #1600 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Lindley Middle School often compared to?
Lindley Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Floyd Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% 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 Middle School?
1,192 students attend Lindley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Lindley Middle School students are Black, 42% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lindley Middle School?
Lindley Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lindley Middle School offer ?
Lindley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Lindley Middle School part of?
Lindley Middle School is part of Cobb County School District.
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