Serving 189 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 12% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% 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: 189 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Macon County Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Montezuma, GA, encompassing approximately 406 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 16.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Macon County Middle School's student population of 189 students has declined by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
189 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Macon County 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 Macon County Middle School is 0.45, 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
#1882 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Hispanic
17%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Black
72%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
White
6%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.8%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
13%
6%
Showing 2006–2015. View full 17-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 Macon County Middle School's ranking?
Macon County Middle School is ranked #1882 out of 2,192 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?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Macon County Middle School?
189 students attend Macon County Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Macon County Middle School students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Macon County Middle School?
Macon County Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than 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 (No virtual instruction).
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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