Youth Middle School serves 1,142 students in grades 6-8.
Youth Middle School placed in the top 30% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 36%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 62% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,142 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Youth Middle School's student population of 1,142 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,142 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers

Students by Grade

School Calendar
School Rankings
Youth Middle School is ranked within the top 30% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Youth Middle School is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#650 out of 2168 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
36%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
39%

Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%

Hispanic
6%
17%

Black
13%
36%

White
76%
38%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
53%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Youth Middle School's ranking?
Youth Middle School is ranked #650 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Youth Middle School often compared to?
Youth Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Loganville Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend Youth Middle School?
1,142 students attend Youth Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Youth Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Youth Middle School?
Youth Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Youth Middle School offer ?
Youth Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Youth Middle School part of?
Youth Middle School is part of Walton County School District.
School Reviews
5 7/21/2020
My son attended YMS for 6-8th grades. He had a wonderful experience. The teachers truly care about the students at YMS.
2 2/22/2010
We have been very disappointed in this school. They do not care about your child's education, they only care about their numbers. Half the time, the only sections they cover in a textbook are those items that are on the CRCT. My child was a straight A student before coming to Youth Middle. Now, she's bringing home B's and C's.
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