Serving 570 students in grades 6-8, Mccleskey Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 44% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 570 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mccleskey Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Mccleskey Middle School's student population of 570 students has declined by 16% 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
570 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mccleskey Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mccleskey Middle School is 0.64, 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
#636 out of 2204 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
24%
18%
Black
14%
36%
White
53%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mccleskey Middle School's ranking?
Mccleskey Middle School is ranked #636 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Mccleskey Middle School often compared to?
Mccleskey Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Daniell Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Mccleskey Middle School?
570 students attend Mccleskey Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Mccleskey Middle School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mccleskey Middle School?
Mccleskey Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mccleskey Middle School offer ?
Mccleskey Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Mccleskey Middle School part of?
Mccleskey Middle School is part of Cobb County School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break
April 07, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School
May 21, 2025 (Wednesday)
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