Serving 1,010 students in grades 6-8, Locust Grove 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 18% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% 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: 1,010 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Locust Grove Middle serves the southeast part of Locust Grove, GA, covering an area of approximately 44.5 square miles. Families within this zone typically drive 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 6.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Locust Grove Middle School's student population of 1,010 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,010 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Locust Grove 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 Locust Grove Middle School is 0.62, 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
#1513 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Hispanic
11%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Black
54%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
White
28%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.2%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 16-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Locust Grove Middle School's ranking?
Locust Grove Middle School is ranked #1513 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Locust Grove Middle School often compared to?
Locust Grove Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Luella Middle School, Ola Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Locust Grove Middle School?
1,010 students attend Locust Grove Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Locust Grove Middle School students are Black, 28% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Locust Grove Middle School?
Locust Grove Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Locust Grove Middle School offer ?
Locust Grove Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Locust Grove Middle School part of?
Locust Grove Middle School is part of Henry County School District.
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