Early County Middle School
386 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
Early County Middle School, located in Blakely, Georgia, serves as a central hub for academic and personal development for students in the Early County School District. Committed to fostering a supportive learning environment, the school focuses on bridging the gap between elementary education and high school readiness by providing a comprehensive curriculum that emphasizes both core academic subjects and critical thinking skills. The school’s administration and faculty strive to cultivate a positive school culture where student achievement, character development, and community involvement are prioritized to help every learner succeed.
Beyond traditional classroom instruction, Early County Middle School places a strong emphasis on extracurricular engagement and student well-being. By offering various programs and initiatives, the school encourages students to explore their interests, build social-emotional competencies, and develop a sense of responsibility within the Blakely community. Through its dedication to academic rigor and a student-centered approach, the school aims to prepare its diverse student body for the challenges of secondary education and beyond, ensuring that each student is equipped with the tools necessary to reach their full potential.
Beyond traditional classroom instruction, Early County Middle School places a strong emphasis on extracurricular engagement and student well-being. By offering various programs and initiatives, the school encourages students to explore their interests, build social-emotional competencies, and develop a sense of responsibility within the Blakely community. Through its dedication to academic rigor and a student-centered approach, the school aims to prepare its diverse student body for the challenges of secondary education and beyond, ensuring that each student is equipped with the tools necessary to reach their full potential.
386
Total Students
40.3
Full-Time Teachers
9.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
56.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 66 |
| Hispanic | 4 |
| Black | 300 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Two or More | 14 |
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Black300 (77.7 %)
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White66 (17.1 %)
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Two or More14 (3.6 %)
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Hispanic4 (1.0 %)
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Asian2 (0.5 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Middle School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Early County |
| Phone: | (229)723-3746 |
| Website: | http://www.early.k12.ga.us |
| Grade Range: | 6th - 8th |
| Total Students: | 386 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 40.3 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 9.6 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 218 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Grade 6
118
Grade 7
145
Grade 8
123
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 118 |
| Grade 7 | 145 |
| Grade 8 | 123 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 195 | 50.5% |
| Male | 191 | 49.5% |