Serving 657 students in grades 6-8, Jean Childs Young 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 10% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (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.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 657 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Young Middle School serves the southwest part of Atlanta, GA, covering an area of approximately 11.5 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of about 2 miles from the school to the zone's edge, and the furthest point being 3.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jean Childs Young Middle School's student population of 657 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
657 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jean Childs Young 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 Jean Childs Young Middle 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
#2017 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
89%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)62%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
3%
7%
Showing 2004–2013. Full 15-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 Jean Childs Young Middle School's ranking?
Jean Childs Young Middle School is ranked #2017 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?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Jean Childs Young Middle School?
657 students attend Jean Childs Young Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Jean Childs Young Middle School students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jean Childs Young Middle School?
Jean Childs Young Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jean Childs Young Middle School offer ?
Jean Childs Young Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jean Childs Young Middle School part of?
Jean Childs Young Middle School is part of Atlanta School District.
In what neighborhood is Jean Childs Young Middle School located?
Jean Childs Young Middle School is located in the Green Forest Acres neighborhood of Atlanta, GA.
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