HENDERSON MIDDLE SCHOOL

Henderson Middle School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Butts County school district, located in Jackson, GA with about 813 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 46 teachers, Henderson Middle School has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Henderson Middle School, located at 494 George Tate Drive in Jackson, Georgia, serves as a key educational institution within the Butts County School System. The school is dedicated to fostering an environment that encourages academic achievement, character development, and social growth for its middle-grade students. By focusing on a comprehensive curriculum, the faculty and staff aim to bridge the gap between elementary and high school, preparing students for the rigors of secondary education while helping them navigate the challenges of adolescence.

The school emphasizes a community-centered approach to learning, leveraging its location in Jackson to create strong connections between students, families, and local stakeholders. Through its official website, http://hms.butts.k12.ga.us, Henderson Middle School provides parents and guardians with essential resources, including academic calendars, extracurricular information, and updates on school policies. Overall, the institution is committed to maintaining a supportive atmosphere that empowers students to reach their full potential and succeed both inside and outside the classroom.

For more information, contact Henderson Middle School at (770) 504-2310 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

494 George Tate Dr
Jackson, GA 30233
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HENDERSON MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Jackson, GA with about 813 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Georgia

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Middle School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Butts County
Total Students:
813
Teachers:
46.7
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 813 students

White
61.1%
Black or African American
31.2%
Hispanic/Latino
4.1%
Two or more races
3.1%
Asian
0.4%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.1%

Female
50.3%
Male
49.7%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.