Middle Schools in Newton County

The middle schools in Newton County, Georgia, serve students in grades 6-8 and face some academic challenges, with most schools performing below the state and county averages on standardized assessments. However, Veterans Memorial Middle School stands out as the highest-performing school in the data set, consistently outpacing its peers on state tests, particularly in English Language Arts and Science.

While the middle schools in Newton County generally struggle with low proficiency rates, Cousins Middle School performs relatively well on the Algebra I End of Course exam, with a proficiency rate of 77.8% in 2022-2023, significantly higher than the Newton County and Georgia averages. Additionally, Veterans Memorial Middle School has the lowest student-teacher ratio at 13.1, which may contribute to its stronger academic performance.

The data also reveals that all the middle schools in Newton County have high percentages of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 84.93% to 85.02%, indicating a significant level of economic disadvantage among the student populations. This economic challenge may be a contributing factor to the overall academic underperformance of the schools in the area. Addressing these disparities and providing targeted interventions could be crucial in improving student outcomes across the Newton County middle school system.