Serving 289 students in grades 6-8, Macon County 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 6% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 289 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Macon County Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Macon County Middle School's student population of 289 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
289 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Macon County 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 Macon County Middle School is 0.41, 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
#1910 out of 2168 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
11%
18%
Black
76%
36%
White
9%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
13%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Macon County Middle School's ranking?
Macon County Middle School is ranked #1910 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend Macon County Middle School?
289 students attend Macon County Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Macon County Middle School students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Macon County Middle School?
Macon County Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Macon County Middle School offer ?
Macon County Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Macon County Middle School part of?
Macon County Middle School is part of Macon County School District.
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