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Jean Childs Young Middle School

3116 Benjamin E Mays Dr Sw
Atlanta, GA 30311
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Bottom 50%
Serving 656 students in grades 6-8, Jean Childs Young 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 10% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 656 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • : Bottom 50% in GA
  • : 10% (Btm 50%)
  • : 17% (Btm 50%)
  • : 7% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Jean Childs Young Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:

School Overview

Jean Childs Young Middle School's student population of 656 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
656 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Jean Childs Young 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 Jean Childs Young Middle School is 0.18, 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.
This School
State Level (GA)
#1980 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
10%
37%
17%
40%
7%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
9%
19%
Black
90%
36%
White
n/a
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.18
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
3%
7%
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 Jean Childs Young Middle School's ranking?
Jean Childs Young Middle School is ranked #1980 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Jean Childs Young Middle School?
656 students attend Jean Childs Young Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Jean Childs Young Middle School students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jean Childs Young Middle School?
Jean Childs Young Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jean Childs Young Middle School offer ?
Jean Childs Young Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jean Childs Young Middle School part of?
Jean Childs Young Middle School is part of Atlanta School District.
In what neighborhood is Jean Childs Young Middle School located?
Jean Childs Young Middle School is located in the Green Forest Acres neighborhood of Atlanta, GA.