Lee County Middle School West

Lee County
190 Smithville Rd N
Leesburg, GA 31763
799 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
Lee County Middle School West, located at 190 Smithville Rd N in Leesburg, Georgia, serves as a key academic institution within the Lee County School District. As a middle school, it focuses on the developmental needs of students in grades 6 through 8, providing a transitional bridge between elementary education and the more rigorous demands of high school. The school is committed to fostering a supportive environment that prioritizes both academic achievement and the personal growth of its student body, utilizing a curriculum aligned with state standards to prepare students for future success.

Beyond its core academic offerings, the school emphasizes a well-rounded educational experience by encouraging student participation in extracurricular activities, athletics, and clubs. By maintaining a strong connection with the local Leesburg community, Lee County Middle School West aims to create a collaborative atmosphere where teachers, parents, and administrators work together to ensure that students are challenged, engaged, and well-prepared for their transition to Lee County High School.
799
Total Students
53.4
Full-Time Teachers
15.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
55.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    476 (59.6 %)
  • Black
    221 (27.7 %)
  • Hispanic
    37 (4.6 %)
  • Two or More
    33 (4.1 %)
  • Asian
    32 (4.0 %)
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: Lee County
Phone: (229)903-2140
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 799
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 53.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 15.0
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 362
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 83

* 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 6 277
Grade 7 266
Grade 8 256
Gender Ratio
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)
Lee County Middle School East
Lee County
676 Students
185 Firetower Rd
Leesburg, GA 31763 (0.9 miles away)
Middle School 6th - 8th