Middle Schools in Jenkins County

Jenkins County, Georgia has only one middle school, Jenkins County Middle School, which serves grades 6-8 with a total enrollment of 256 students. The school's academic performance has been mixed compared to state averages, with proficiency rates below the Georgia average in English Language Arts and Math across most grade levels in recent years. However, the school has performed better than the state in 8th grade Science and Social Studies.

Jenkins County Middle School faces significant socioeconomic challenges, with over 93% of its students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch. This high percentage of low-income students can present additional obstacles in terms of resources, support, and student readiness. The school's statewide ranking has fluctuated, ranging from 258th out of 577 Georgia middle schools in 2022-2023 to 308th out of 567 in 2021-2022, suggesting its performance is not consistently strong or weak compared to other middle schools in the state.

While Jenkins County Middle School has struggled to meet state academic averages in core subjects, the school has shown some potential bright spots, such as its above-average performance in 8th grade Science and Social Studies. Understanding the factors contributing to these stronger subject-area results could provide insights for improving other academic areas and supporting student learning and achievement. Overall, the data suggests the school faces significant challenges, but also highlights opportunities for targeted interventions and strategies to help drive improvement.