Serving 988 students in grades 6-8, Long 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 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 988 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Long County Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Long County Middle School's student population of 988 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
988 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Long County Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Long County Middle School is 0.70, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1583 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
18%
19%
Black
27%
36%
White
44%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Long County Middle School's ranking?
Long County Middle School is ranked #1583 out of 2,204 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 37% GA state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Long County Middle School?
988 students attend Long County Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Long County Middle School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Long County Middle School?
Long County Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Long County Middle School offer ?
Long County Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Long County Middle School part of?
Long County Middle School is part of Long County School District.
School Reviews
5 9/9/2017
I must say that I was very surprised at this school it has some really good teachers and the guidance counselors are really helpful . They seem to really want to help the kids and teach them . I would recommend this school to everyone .
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