Chestnut Log Middle School

726 Students

Middle School 6th - 8th

School Overview

Chestnut Log Middle School, located in Douglasville, Georgia, serves as a prominent educational institution within the Douglas County School System. Catering to students in grades 6 through 8, the school focuses on fostering a supportive learning environment that bridges the gap between elementary and high school. The facility is committed to academic excellence and student development, offering a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare adolescents for the challenges of secondary education while emphasizing personal growth and social responsibility.

Beyond its core academic offerings, Chestnut Log Middle School prioritizes community engagement and extracurricular involvement. The school encourages students to participate in various sports, clubs, and arts programs, which help cultivate well-rounded individuals and build a sense of school spirit. By maintaining a focus on both academic achievement and the overall well-being of its student body, Chestnut Log aims to create a safe, inclusive space where students can explore their interests and build the foundational skills necessary for future success.

726

Total Students

48.0

Full-Time Teachers

15.1

Student/Teacher Ratio

83.2%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Chestnut Log Middle School
Demographic	Student Count
White	67
Hispanic	168
Black	434
Asian	8
Two or More	46
American Indian	1
Pacific Islander	2

Black
434 (59.8 %)
Hispanic
168 (23.1 %)
White
67 (9.2 %)
Two or More
46 (6.3 %)
Asian
8 (1.1 %)
Pacific Islander
2 (0.3 %)
American Indian
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:	Douglas County
Phone:	(770)651-5100
Grade Range:	6th - 8th
Total Students:	726
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	48.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	15.1
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	520
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	84

* 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 6 238

Grade 7 221

Grade 8 267