Serving 804 students in grades 6-8, Herschel Jones 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 24% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 804 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Herschel Jones Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Herschel Jones Middle School's student population of 804 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
804 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Herschel Jones Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Herschel Jones Middle School is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1111 out of 2168 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
12%
18%
Black
42%
36%
White
38%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Herschel Jones Middle School's ranking?
Herschel Jones Middle School is ranked #1111 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Herschel Jones Middle School often compared to?
Herschel Jones Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lena Mae Moses Middle School, East Paulding Middle School, Carl Scoggins Sr. Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend Herschel Jones Middle School?
804 students attend Herschel Jones Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Herschel Jones Middle School students are Black, 38% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Herschel Jones Middle School?
Herschel Jones Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Herschel Jones Middle School offer ?
Herschel Jones Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Herschel Jones Middle School part of?
Herschel Jones Middle School is part of Paulding County School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day of School - 2 Hour Early Release
May 22, 2024 (Wednesday)
School Reviews
5 3/1/2010
I truly love HJMS! I have worked here since 2004 and have absolutely enjoyed the staff and students. Thanks sooo much!!!!!
5 12/23/2007
hjms is a very good school. although it did not meet AYP hjms has very good students. it has a very good fotballteam wich they were the championships for the last 3 years. the school is probbly the most diverse in the county but that helps fun times grow . they improve their attedndance everyday. and is getting very smart. i reccomend hjms.
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