Summary
George County Middle School is a public middle school located in Lucedale, Mississippi, serving grades 7-8 with a total enrollment of 636 students. The school is part of the George County School District, which is ranked 35 out of 130 school districts in Mississippi and is rated 4 stars out of 5 by SchoolDigger.
While George County Middle School has a relatively low student-teacher ratio, it faces several challenges. The school has experienced high chronic absenteeism rates, ranging from 23.9% to 38.2% over the past few years, which is significantly higher than the state average. Additionally, the school's test scores in MAAP (Mississippi Academic Assessment Program) for English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science are generally below the state averages, with some exceptions. For example, in 2024-2025, the school's 8th-grade Science proficiency rate is 48.6%, which is lower than the state average of 54.7%. Furthermore, George County Middle School has a very high percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 99.53% to 100% over the past few years, indicating a high level of economic disadvantage among the student population.
When comparing George County Middle School to nearby schools, some notable differences emerge. Lt. Taylor Intermediate School, within the same district, generally outperforms George County Middle School in test scores, particularly in English Language Arts and Mathematics. Additionally, East Central Middle School, which is part of the higher-performing Jackson County School District, significantly outperforms George County Middle School across all subject areas and grade levels. Leakesville Junior High School, while not as strong as East Central Middle School, still outperforms George County Middle School in many areas, especially in Mathematics.
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