George County Middle School

Summary:

George County Middle School is a public middle school located in Lucedale, Mississippi, serving grades 7-8 with a total enrollment of 655 students. The school is part of the George County School District, which is ranked 31 out of 130 school districts in Mississippi and is rated 4 stars out of 5 by SchoolDigger.

George County Middle School has a significantly higher percentage of white students (82.9%) compared to the state average for middle schools (around 45%), and lower percentages of African American (8.85%) and Hispanic (2.14%) students. The school's test scores in MAAP (Mississippi Academic Assessment Program) are generally higher than the state averages, particularly in mathematics and science, with 8th-grade proficiency rates of 56.4% in mathematics and 64.3% in science, compared to the state averages of 55.3% and 59.1%, respectively. However, the school's statewide ranking has declined from 62nd out of 257 middle schools in 2020-2021 to 104th out of 264 middle schools in 2023-2024, suggesting that it may be struggling to keep pace with the performance of other middle schools in the state. When compared to the nearby Lt. Taylor Intermediate School and East Central Middle School, George County Middle School's test scores are generally lower, particularly in English Language Arts.

The exceptionally high percentage of students (over 99%) receiving free or reduced-price lunch at George County Middle School highlights the significant economic challenges faced by the school's community. This factor likely plays a role in the school's academic performance and may require targeted interventions and support to address the needs of economically disadvantaged students. Despite these challenges, the school's low student-teacher ratio, ranging from 13.9 to 15.9 over the past few years, may contribute to its academic performance and could be a strength to build upon.


Detail:

Public 7-8

 330 Church Street
       Lucedale, MS  39452


(601) 947-3106

District: George County School District

SchoolDigger Rank:
104th of 264 Mississippi Middle Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $8,753 Help


Students who attend George County Middle School usually attend:

High:    George County High School

Feeder schools for George County Middle School:

Elementary:    Agricola Elementary School
    Benndale Elementary School
    Central Elementary School
    Lc Hatcher Elementary School
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Student/teacher ratio:  15.9 Help
Number of students:  655

Racial breakdown:

White:
82.9%
African American:
8.9%
Two or more races:
5.3%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  100% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details George County Middle School ranks better than 60.6% of middle schools in Mississippi. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 59.49. (See more...)
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (82.9%), African American (8.9%), two or more races (5.3%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 100% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at George County Middle School is 15.9. (See more...)
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Finance
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at George County Middle School is $8,753.
Schooldigger Rankings:

George County Middle School was not ranked this year due to insufficient test score data.
SchoolDigger ranks George County Middle School 104th of 264 Mississippi public middle schools. (See George County Middle School in the ranking list.)

George County School District:

SchoolDigger ranks George County School District 31st of 130 Mississippi school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for George County Middle School

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Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools MS State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2008 53.65 132nd 244 45.9%
2009 51.22 128th 247 48.2%
2010 71.43 60th 255 76.5%
2011 58.53 120th 264 54.5%
2012 68.05 86th 270 68.1%
2013 76.87 57th 269 78.8%
2014 70.50 64th 264 75.8%
2015 65.01 76th 266 71.4%
2016 69.51 75th 260 71.2%
2017 61.33 100th 272 63.2%
2018 66.18 83rd 252 67.1%
2019 62.19 100th 264 62.1%
2021 74.13 62nd 257 75.9%
2022 69.82 74th 257 71.2%
2023 63.35 87th 243 64.2%
2024 59.49 104th 264 60.6%
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Data source: test scores: Mississippi Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

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Data source: Mississippi Department of Education

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Enrollment information for George County Middle School

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1995 834 121 2 0 0 n/a n/a 0 957
1996 834 121 2 0 0 n/a n/a 0 957
1997 815 123 2 1 1 n/a n/a 0 942
1998 804 127 1 1 0 n/a n/a 0 933
1999 801 117 0 2 1 n/a n/a 0 921
2000 788 110 0 3 2 n/a n/a 0 903
2001 801 109 1 5 2 n/a n/a 0 918
2002 855 119 4 4 2 n/a n/a 0 984
2003 855 119 4 4 2 n/a n/a 0 984
2004 871 129 2 4 0 n/a n/a 0 1006
2005 889 112 1 5 0 n/a n/a 0 1007
2006 953 118 0 8 0 n/a n/a 0 1079
2007 927 98 1 9 0 n/a n/a 0 1035
2008 875 85 0 10 0 n/a n/a 0 970
2009 548 55 0 7 0 0 0 0 610
2010 573 59 1 8 1 0 3 0 645
2011 612 67 1 8 1 0 1 0 690
2012 610 71 1 11 1 0 1 0 695
2013 635 59 1 10 3 0 2 0 710
2014 605 56 2 10 1 0 1 0 675
2015 596 52 2 11 1 0 1 0 663
2016 551 53 3 13 1 1 0 0 622
2017 516 51 4 19 1 2 5 0 598
2018 515 47 6 15 2 0 15 0 600
2019 526 51 4 17 0 0 10 0 608
2020 533 68 2 19 2 0 17 0 641
2021 485 68 0 20 3 0 21 0 597
2022 526 62 1 18 2 0 25 0 634
2023 543 58 3 14 2 0 35 0 655

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at George County Middle School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1995 957 59.1 16.2 39.2
1996 957 59.1 16.2 39.2
1997 942 55.3 17.0 43.4
1998 933 56.7 16.5 43.1
1999 921 58.7 15.7 56.8
2000 903 54.6 16.5 53.5
2001 918 54.5 16.8 57.2
2002 984 61.8 15.9 56.7
2003 984 61.8 15.9 56.7
2004 1006 71.8 14.0 50.9
2005 1007 62.7 16.1 49.6
2006 1079 72.4 14.9 74.7
2007 1035 77.8 13.3 60.9
2008 970 74.3 13.1 61.6
2009 610 57.5 10.6 63.8
2010 645 56.3 11.4 67.6
2011 690 53.9 12.7 70.6
2012 695 62.9 11.0 70.5
2013 710 44.1 16.0 68.9
2014 675 44.0 15.3 73.2
2015 663 51.0 13.0 70.9
2016 622 44.0 14.1 74
2017 598 45.3 13.1 72.2
2018 600 44.1 13.5 64.7
2019 608 42.9 14.1 60.9
2020 641 41.6 15.4 66.5
2021 597 42.8 13.9 99.5
2022 634 41.8 15.1 99.5
2023 655 40.9 15.9 100

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio George County Middle School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1995 957 59.1 16.2 39.2
1996 957 59.1 16.2 39.2
1997 942 55.3 17.0 43.4
1998 933 56.7 16.5 43.1
1999 921 58.7 15.7 56.8
2000 903 54.6 16.5 53.5
2001 918 54.5 16.8 57.2
2002 984 61.8 15.9 56.7
2003 984 61.8 15.9 56.7
2004 1006 71.8 14.0 50.9
2005 1007 62.7 16.1 49.6
2006 1079 72.4 14.9 74.7
2007 1035 77.8 13.3 60.9
2008 970 74.3 13.1 61.6
2009 610 57.5 10.6 63.8
2010 645 56.3 11.4 67.6
2011 690 53.9 12.7 70.6
2012 695 62.9 11.0 70.5
2013 710 44.1 16.0 68.9
2014 675 44.0 15.3 73.2
2015 663 51.0 13.0 70.9
2016 622 44.0 14.1 74
2017 598 45.3 13.1 72.2
2018 600 44.1 13.5 64.7
2019 608 42.9 14.1 60.9
2020 641 41.6 15.4 66.5
2021 597 42.8 13.9 99.5
2022 634 41.8 15.1 99.5
2023 655 40.9 15.9 100

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for George County Middle School

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $511 (5.8%) $8,242 (94.2%) $8,753

Data source: Mississippi Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on George County Middle School

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Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 100th of 264 Middle schoolsRanks 87th of 243 Middle schools
 2.1%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
7th Grade English Language Arts (George County Middle School)4037.9
 2.1%
   7th Grade English Language Arts (George County School District)4037.9
 2.1%
   7th Grade English Language Arts (Mississippi)3940.2
 1.2%
7th Grade Mathematics (George County Middle School)5751.9
 5.1%
   7th Grade Mathematics (George County School District)5751.9
 5.1%
   7th Grade Mathematics (Mississippi)51.155.6
 4.5%
8th Grade English Language Arts (George County Middle School)36.746.2
 9.5%
   8th Grade English Language Arts (George County School District)36.746.2
 9.5%
   8th Grade English Language Arts (Mississippi)35.540.5
 5%
8th Grade Mathematics (George County Middle School)46.546.6
 0.1%
   8th Grade Mathematics (George County School District)46.546.6
 0.1%
   8th Grade Mathematics (Mississippi)44.846.1
 1.3%
8th Grade Science (George County Middle School)50.461.9
 11.5%
   8th Grade Science (George County School District)50.461.9
 11.5%
   8th Grade Science (Mississippi)52.753.3
 0.6%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students608655
 7.7%
African American5158
 13.7%
American Indian02
Asian43
 25%
Hispanic1714
 17.6%
Pacific Islander00
White526543
 3.2%
Two or More Races1035
 250%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients60.9%100%
 39.1%


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Frequently Asked Questions about George County Middle School

Students who attend George County Middle School usually go on to attend George County High School

In the 2022-23 school year, 655 students attended George County Middle School.

Students at George County Middle School are 83% White, 9% African American, 5% Two or more races, 2% Hispanic.

George County Middle School ranks 104th of 264 Mississippi middle schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 3 stars out of 5.


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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Mississippi Department of Education.

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