Serving 684 students in grades 6-8, Jeff Davis Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 684 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jeff Davis Middle School's student population of 684 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
684 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jeff Davis Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jeff Davis Middle School is 0.60, 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
#1157 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
25%
19%
Black
14%
36%
White
57%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
8%
7%
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 Jeff Davis Middle School's ranking?
Jeff Davis Middle School is ranked #1157 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Jeff Davis Middle School?
684 students attend Jeff Davis Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Jeff Davis Middle School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jeff Davis Middle School?
Jeff Davis Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jeff Davis Middle School offer ?
Jeff Davis Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Jeff Davis Middle School part of?
Jeff Davis Middle School is part of Jeff Davis County School District.
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