Teasley Middle School

1,606 Students

Middle School 6th - 8th

School Overview

Teasley Middle School is a public school located in Canton, Georgia, serving students in grades 6 through 8 as part of the Cherokee County School District. Situated in a suburban setting, the school emphasizes a commitment to academic growth, social development, and community involvement. It offers a comprehensive middle school curriculum designed to prepare students for the transition to high school, supported by a variety of extracurricular activities, athletics, and clubs that cater to diverse student interests and talents.

Beyond its academic focus, Teasley Middle School is known for fostering a supportive school culture that prioritizes student well-being and character development. The faculty and staff aim to create an inclusive environment where students are encouraged to engage with their peers and take ownership of their learning. As a key fixture in the Canton community, the school maintains active partnerships with families and local organizations, striving to ensure that every student has the resources and guidance necessary to succeed both inside and outside the classroom.

1,606

Total Students

122.0

Full-Time Teachers

13.2

Student/Teacher Ratio

57.8%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Teasley Middle School
Demographic	Student Count
White	818
Hispanic	608
Black	99
Asian	10
Two or More	69
American Indian	1
Pacific Islander	1

White
818 (50.9 %)
Hispanic
608 (37.9 %)
Black
99 (6.2 %)
Two or More
69 (4.3 %)
Asian
10 (0.6 %)
American Indian
1 (0.1 %)
Pacific Islander
1 (0.1 %)

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:	Cherokee County
Phone:	(770)721-5420
Grade Range:	6th - 8th
Total Students:	1,606
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	122.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	13.2
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	831
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	98

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 6 475

Grade 7 551

Grade 8 580