Serving 638 students in grades 7-8, Pickens County Junior High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 638 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pickens County Middle School serves the southeast part of Jasper, GA, covering an area of approximately 83.4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 10.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pickens County Junior High School's student population of 638 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
638 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pickens County Junior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pickens County Junior High School is 0.20, 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
#967 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
7%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
36%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
89%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.6%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pickens County Junior High School's ranking?
Pickens County Junior High School is ranked #967 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Pickens County Junior High School?
638 students attend Pickens County Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Pickens County Junior High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pickens County Junior High School?
Pickens County Junior High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pickens County Junior High School offer ?
Pickens County Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pickens County Junior High School part of?
Pickens County Junior High School is part of Pickens County School District.
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