Serving 693 students in grades 6-8, Pointe South 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 16% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 693 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pointe South Middle School serves the southwest part of Jonesboro, GA, encompassing an area of approximately 5.2 square miles. Most families can expect a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pointe South Middle School's student population of 693 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
693 students
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
at Pointe South Middle School we are heading in the right direction, because Failure is not an option.
School Rankings
Pointe South 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 Pointe South Middle School is 0.41, 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
#1991 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
21%
20%
Black
74%
36%
White
1%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.6%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pointe South Middle School's ranking?
Pointe South Middle School is ranked #1991 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Pointe South Middle School often compared to?
Pointe South Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kendrick Middle School, Mundys Mill Middle School by visitors of our site.
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 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Pointe South Middle School?
693 students attend Pointe South Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Pointe South Middle School students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pointe South Middle School?
Pointe South Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pointe South Middle School offer ?
Pointe South Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pointe South Middle School part of?
Pointe South Middle School is part of Clayton County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
it is a very fun school
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