Summary
Youth Middle School in Loganville, GA, serves 1,181 students in grades 6-8 within the Walton County School District, and has earned a 4-star rating while ranking 103rd out of 578 middle schools statewide—its best position in nearly a decade.
This school's standout strength is mathematics. In the most recent testing cycle, proficiency rates reached 54.3% in 6th grade, 50.4% in 7th grade, and an impressive 64.1% in 8th grade—the latter sitting nearly 18 points above the state average. Science is another bright spot, with 8th grade proficiency at 45.8% versus the state's 29.7%. Youth Middle also achieves exceptional results for African American students (ranking in the 87th percentile statewide) and English Language Learners (77th percentile), both earning 4-star ratings. When compared to nearby Carver Middle School, Youth Middle outperforms it in every subject and grade level tested—for example, a nearly 20-point gap in 6th grade math. It also edges ahead of Loganville Middle School in 6th and 8th grade math, though Loganville Middle takes a slight lead in 7th grade. Notably, Youth Middle achieves these results while spending $11,579 per student—less than several comparable schools like Couch Middle School ($12,062) and Bay Creek Middle School ($12,802)—suggesting efficient use of resources.
One area of concern is chronic absenteeism. At 20.4%, Youth Middle's rate is higher than nearby Gwinnett County schools like Couch (6.1%) and Bay Creek (7.8%), though it has improved dramatically from 31.9% just four years ago. Social studies proficiency (47.5%) also trails the school's other subjects, sitting only modestly above the state average. Still, with a steady upward trajectory in rankings, strong math and science programs, and notable success supporting diverse learners, Youth Middle offers a compelling option for families seeking a school that delivers strong academics while serving a student body where nearly half qualify for free or reduced lunch.
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