Needs Improvement
#2117 of 2,268 schools in GA
Jean Childs Young Middle School
Middle School · Atlanta Public Schools
3116 Benjamin E Mays Dr SW, Atlanta, GA 30311
Enrollment
656
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
3.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
656
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
3.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Georgia schools
#2,117 of 2,268
In Atlanta
#131 of 136
public schools
In district
#84 of 86
Atlanta Public Schools
School environment
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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About Jean Childs Young Middle School
Jean Childs Young Middle School is a public middle school in Atlanta, GA, part of Atlanta Public Schools. Jean Childs Young Middle School serves approximately 656 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 10.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Jean Childs Young Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,117 of 2,268 schools in GA.
Structured state assessment records for Jean Childs Young Middle School show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.3
- GA avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
62% of students at Jean Childs Young Middle School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Jean Childs Young Middle School — Students at Jean Childs Young Middle School score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores GA GA (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from GA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.6/10.
How Jean Childs Young Middle School Compares
See how Jean Childs Young Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
3116 Benjamin E Mays Dr SW, Atlanta, GA 30311
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Jean Childs Young Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Atlanta SMART Academy (rated 8.1/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Beecher Hills Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Harper-Archer Elementary School (rated 7.0/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Atlanta, see our Atlanta schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| West Manor Elementary School Atlanta | 0.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Benjamin E. Mays High School Atlanta | 0.8 mi | 4.5 |
| Peyton Forest Elementary School Atlanta | 1.3 mi | 4.4 |
| Atlanta SMART Academy Atlanta | 1.6 mi | 8.1 |
| Beecher Hills Elementary School Atlanta | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| CHI MONTESSORI ACADEMY, INC Atlanta | 1.6 mi | — |
| OMNI INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL ACADEMY Atlanta | 1.7 mi | — |
| OMNI INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Atlanta | 1.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Cascade Elementary School Atlanta | 1.7 mi | 3.4 |
| L. O. Kimberly Elementary School Atlanta | 2.1 mi | 5.6 |
| The Kindezi School Atlanta | 2.1 mi | 4.4 |
| D. M. Therrell High School Atlanta | 2.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Frederick Douglass High School Atlanta | 2.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Harper-Archer Elementary School Atlanta | 2.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Atlanta Heights Charter School Atlanta | 2.5 mi | 3.5 |
| GREATER ATLANTA ADVENTIST ACADEMY Atlanta | 2.6 mi | 5.7 |
| BEREAN CHRISTIAN JR ACADEMY Atlanta | 2.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Bazoline E. Usher/Collier Heights Elementary School Atlanta | 2.8 mi | 6.8 |
| IMHOTOP ACADEMY Atlanta | 2.8 mi | 4.6 |
| ALPHABET HOUSE Atlanta | 2.5 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 30311 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,242
Median Home Value
$270,000
Median Rent
$1,120/mo
Population
34,036
College Educated
31.9%
Homeownership
43.7%
Avg Commute
34 min
Poverty Rate
24.3%
Median Age
38.9
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| Spirit Creek Middle School Hephzibah, GA | 3.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Jean Childs Young Middle School
What grades does Jean Childs Young Middle School serve?
Jean Childs Young Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Jean Childs Young Middle School?
Jean Childs Young Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 656 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jean Childs Young Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Jean Childs Young Middle School is 10.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Jean Childs Young Middle School rank in GA?
Jean Childs Young Middle School ranks #2,117 of 2,268 schools in GA.
What is Jean Childs Young Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Jean Childs Young Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Jean Childs Young Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Jean Childs Young Middle School has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Jean Childs Young Middle School a charter school?
No, Jean Childs Young Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Jean Childs Young Middle School a Title I school?
No, Jean Childs Young Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jean Childs Young Middle School?
97.3% of students at Jean Childs Young Middle School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 656
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 60
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Fulton County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 62.0%
- Phone
- (404) 802-5900
Resources & Links
District
Atlanta Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 49,660
- Schools in District
- 87
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,046
- District Rank
- #84 of 86
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