Serving 311 students in grades 6-8, Gordon Lee Middle School ranks in the top 20% 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 59% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (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 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 311 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gordon Lee Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Gordon Lee Middle School's student population of 311 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
311 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gordon Lee Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gordon Lee Middle School is 0.10, 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
#374 out of 2204 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
2%
18%
Black
n/a
36%
White
95%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gordon Lee Middle School's ranking?
Gordon Lee Middle School is ranked #374 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Gordon Lee Middle School often compared to?
Gordon Lee Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chattanooga Valley Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Gordon Lee Middle School?
311 students attend Gordon Lee Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Gordon Lee Middle School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gordon Lee Middle School?
Gordon Lee Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gordon Lee Middle School offer ?
Gordon Lee Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Gordon Lee Middle School part of?
Gordon Lee Middle School is part of Chickamauga City School District.
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