Serving 245 students in grades 6-8, Taylor 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 22% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 245 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Taylor County Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 379.7 square miles in Butler, GA. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 14.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Taylor County Middle School's student population of 245 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
245 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
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School Calendar
School Rankings
Taylor 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 Taylor County Middle School is 0.57, 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
#1643 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
39%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
40%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
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Asian
1%
5%
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Hispanic
3%
20%
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Black
45%
36%
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White
48%
34%
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Two or more races
3%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.5%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
9%
5%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Taylor County Middle School's ranking?
Taylor County Middle School is ranked #1643 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?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Taylor County Middle School?
245 students attend Taylor County Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Taylor County Middle School students are White, 45% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Taylor County Middle School?
Taylor County Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Taylor County Middle School offer ?
Taylor County Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Taylor County Middle School part of?
Taylor County Middle School is part of Taylor County School District.
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