Serving 921 students in grades 6-8, Lena Mae Moses 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 26% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% 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: 921 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lena Mae Moses Middle School's student population of 921 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
921 students
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lena Mae Moses Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lena Mae Moses Middle School is 0.66, 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
#1111 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
11%
20%
Black
36%
36%
White
45%
34%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lena Mae Moses Middle School's ranking?
Lena Mae Moses Middle School is ranked #1111 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Lena Mae Moses Middle School often compared to?
Lena Mae Moses Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Paulding Middle School, Herschel Jones Middle School, Sammy Mcclure Sr. Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Lena Mae Moses Middle School?
921 students attend Lena Mae Moses Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Lena Mae Moses Middle School students are White, 36% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lena Mae Moses Middle School?
Lena Mae Moses Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lena Mae Moses Middle School offer ?
Lena Mae Moses Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lena Mae Moses Middle School part of?
Lena Mae Moses Middle School is part of Paulding County School District.
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