Serving 763 students in grades 6-8, Lee County Middle School West ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% 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: 763 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lee County Middle School West ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Lee County Middle School West's student population of 763 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
763 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lee County Middle School West ranks within the top 30% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lee County Middle School West is 0.58, 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
#513 out of 2204 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
4%
19%
Black
30%
36%
White
57%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lee County Middle School West's ranking?
Lee County Middle School West is ranked #513 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Lee County Middle School West often compared to?
Lee County Middle School Westis often viewed alongside schools like Lee County Middle School East by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Lee County Middle School West?
763 students attend Lee County Middle School West.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Lee County Middle School West students are White, 30% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lee County Middle School West?
Lee County Middle School West has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lee County Middle School West offer ?
Lee County Middle School West offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Lee County Middle School West part of?
Lee County Middle School West is part of Lee County School District.
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