Serving 851 students in grades 6-8, Luella Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 13% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 851 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Luella Middle School's student population of 851 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
851 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
Luella Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Luella Middle School is 0.38, 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
#1749 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
10%
19%
Black
78%
36%
White
5%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Luella Middle School's ranking?
Luella Middle School is ranked #1749 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Luella Middle School often compared to?
Luella Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hampton Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Luella Middle School?
851 students attend Luella Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Luella Middle School students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Luella Middle School?
Luella Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Luella Middle School offer ?
Luella Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Luella Middle School part of?
Luella Middle School is part of Henry County School District.
School Reviews
5 6/21/2022
LMS is one of the best schools ever let's forget 2018 & 2019 and move on I see great things in this school.
4 2/26/2018
Teachers and administrators are wonderful. They work really hard and care about the kids and about helping the kids be successful.
2 4/9/2015
Nasty low grade place that has a Removedty community
5 7/14/2009
LMS has made trememdous gains in the past four years and has caring administrators and great teachers. The kids are polite, intelligent, and work hard. Its a good school.
5 1/16/2008
I understand luella middle was one of the best school at one time , but no more, kids are been targeted for reasons like been from up north, this is not right,we are not living in the past and so that need to stop and start treating every one equal.
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