Serving 778 students in grades 6-8, Lee County Middle School West ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 778 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lee County Middle School West ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Lee County Middle School West's student population of 778 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
778 students
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Motto
Excellence in Education
School Rankings
Lee County Middle School West ranks within the top 30% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lee County Middle School West is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#471 out of 2192 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
4%
20%
Black
33%
36%
White
53%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lee County Middle School West's ranking?
Lee County Middle School West is ranked #471 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Lee County Middle School West often compared to?
Lee County Middle School Westis often viewed alongside schools like Lee County Middle School East by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Lee County Middle School West?
778 students attend Lee County Middle School West.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Lee County Middle School West students are White, 33% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lee County Middle School West?
Lee County Middle School West has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lee County Middle School West offer ?
Lee County Middle School West offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lee County Middle School West part of?
Lee County Middle School West is part of Lee County School District.
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