Early County Middle School

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.
386
Total Students
40.3
Full-Time Teachers
9.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
56.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Early County Middle School
Demographic Student Count
White66
Hispanic4
Black300
Asian2
Two or More14
  • Black
    300 (77.7 %)
  • White
    66 (17.1 %)
  • Two or More
    14 (3.6 %)
  • Hispanic
    4 (1.0 %)
  • Asian
    2 (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

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Early County Middle School
Grade Student Count
Grade 6118
Grade 7145
Grade 8123
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Early County Middle School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female19550.5%
Male19149.5%