Serving 667 students in grades 6-8, Lee County Middle School East ranks in the top 50% 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 39% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 667 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lee County Middle School East's student population of 667 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
667 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Rankings
Lee County Middle School East ranks within the top 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lee County Middle School East is 0.58, 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
#693 out of 2204 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
5%
19%
Black
31%
36%
White
57%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lee County Middle School East's ranking?
Lee County Middle School East is ranked #693 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Lee County Middle School East often compared to?
Lee County Middle School Eastis often viewed alongside schools like Lee County Middle School West by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Lee County Middle School East?
667 students attend Lee County Middle School East.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Lee County Middle School East students are White, 31% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lee County Middle School East?
Lee County Middle School East has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lee County Middle School East offer ?
Lee County Middle School East offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lee County Middle School East part of?
Lee County Middle School East is part of Lee County School District.
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