Middle Schools in Irwin County

Irwin County, Georgia has only one middle school, Irwin County Middle School, which serves students in grades 6-8. The school has consistently ranked in the middle to lower range of Georgia middle schools over the past 3 years, indicating a need for improvement in academic performance. While the school has a relatively low student-teacher ratio and higher per-student spending, these resources do not appear to be translating into strong academic outcomes, particularly in the areas of English Language Arts and Mathematics.

Irwin County Middle School's performance on the Georgia Milestones Assessments is mixed compared to the state average. In English Language Arts, 6th and 8th grade scores are below the state average, while 7th grade is slightly below. In Mathematics, 6th and 8th grade scores are significantly below the state average, while 7th grade is slightly above. In Science and Social Studies, 8th grade scores are below the state average. The school also has a high percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, at 67.1% in the 2022-2023 school year, suggesting that the school may be serving a socioeconomically disadvantaged population.

To address these challenges, Irwin County may benefit from implementing targeted interventions and support programs, particularly in the areas of English Language Arts and Mathematics. Additionally, exploring opportunities for the school to collaborate with higher-performing middle schools in the state and share best practices could help identify strategies for improving student outcomes.