Serving 413 students in grades 6-8, Kennedy Road Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 413 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kennedy Road Middle School's student population of 413 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
413 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Kennedy Road Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kennedy Road Middle School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1901 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
14%
19%
Black
59%
36%
White
21%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kennedy Road Middle School's ranking?
Kennedy Road Middle School is ranked #1901 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Kennedy Road Middle School often compared to?
Kennedy Road Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rehoboth Road Middle School, Carver Road Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Kennedy Road Middle School?
413 students attend Kennedy Road Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Kennedy Road Middle School students are Black, 21% of students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kennedy Road Middle School?
Kennedy Road Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kennedy Road Middle School offer ?
Kennedy Road Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kennedy Road Middle School part of?
Kennedy Road Middle School is part of Griffin-Spalding County School District.
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