Summary:
Calhoun County, Georgia has only one middle school, Calhoun County Middle School, which serves students in grades 6-8. The school has consistently ranked in the bottom half of Georgia middle schools over the past few years, indicating persistent challenges in student achievement.
Calhoun County Middle School's performance on the Milestones Assessment is significantly below the state average across all grade levels and subject areas. For example, in 2024-2025, the percentage of students proficient or better in English Language Arts ranged from 10-20.8%, compared to the state average of 39.8-41.3%. The school's performance is particularly low in 8th grade Social Studies, with only 5% of students proficient or better, compared to the state average of 38.8%. Despite the low academic performance, the school appears to have relatively adequate funding and resources, with a relatively low student-teacher ratio and a per-student spending that is higher than the state average.
The high percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch (84.47%) at Calhoun County Middle School suggests that the school serves a predominantly economically disadvantaged population, which may contribute to the challenges in academic performance. Overall, the analysis of the school data highlights the need for a comprehensive approach to address the persistent challenges in student achievement, potentially involving targeted interventions, resource allocation, and a deeper understanding of the specific factors contributing to the school's performance.
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