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Northeast Middle School

Middle School · Tift County

3021 Fulwood Rd, Tifton, GA 31794

Enrollment

739

Student-Teacher

12.7:1

Score

6.0

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Georgia schools

#1,306 of 2,268

In Tifton

#6 of 10

public schools

In district

#7 of 11

Tift County

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Northeast Middle School

6.0/10

Middle School in Tifton · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.7/10

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4.5/10

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About Northeast Middle School

Northeast Middle School is a public middle school in Tifton, GA, part of Tift County. Northeast Middle School serves approximately 739 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Northeast Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,306 of 2,268 schools in GA.

Structured state assessment records for Northeast Middle School show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • District avg 5.5
  • GA avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.1Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.67 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.6Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency28.1% (2024 GA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency32.9% (2024 GA)
Math vs. State Avg-14 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-8.9 pts
Overall Proficiency31% (2024 GA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)25% (model expectation from 2024 GA)
vs. Expected+5.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile51th
Resources & Environment6.7Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,804
Chronic Absenteeism26.7%

Northeast Middle School — Students at Northeast Middle School score 30% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

92%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores GA GA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 54.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
42.1% (2024 GA)
ELA Proficiency 35.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
41.8% (2024 GA)

Based on 21 test records from GA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
75%
ELA
75%
2011
Math
95%
2012
Math
95%
2013
Math
95%
2014
Math
84.5%
2015
Math
92%
2016
Math
42%
2017
Math
46%
2018
Math
23%
ELA
28%
2019
Math
23%
ELA
28%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
20%
ELA
27%
2024
Math
28.1%
ELA
32.9%

* 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: 5.1/10.

How Northeast Middle School Compares

See how Northeast Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.0/10
43th percentile in GA
Academic
6.6/10
Average
Growth
5.1/10
Average
Environment
6.7/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
92%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
58 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.7%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

3021 Fulwood Rd, Tifton, GA 31794

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Northeast Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Irwin County Middle School (rated 6.7/10, 17.4 miles away, in nearby Ocilla), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Eighth Street Middle School (rated 5.0/10, 1.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Turner County Middle School (rated 5.0/10, 17.0 miles away, in nearby Ashburn), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Tifton, see our Tifton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 19.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Len Lastinger Elementary School Tifton 1.3 mi 7.7
Northside Elementary School Tifton 1.3 mi 4.5
Eighth Street Middle School Tifton 1.7 mi 5.0
G. O. Bailey Elementary School Tifton 2.4 mi 7.6
Annie Belle Clark Elementary School Tifton 2.5 mi 6.9
Tift County High School Tifton 2.5 mi 4.9
Matt Wilson Elementary School Tifton 3.0 mi 6.6
Charles Spencer Elementary School Tifton 3.0 mi 5.6
J. T. Reddick Elementary School Tifton 3.4 mi 7.1
TIFTAREA ACADEMY Chula 4.0 mi 5.4
Omega Elementary School Omega 11.2 mi 6.9
Turner County Middle School Ashburn 17.0 mi 5.0
Turner County High School Ashburn 17.0 mi 6.3
Turner County Elementary School Ashburn 17.4 mi 4.9
Norman Park Elementary School Norman Park 18.3 mi 6.8
Irwin County Middle School Ocilla 17.4 mi 6.7
Irwin County High School Ocilla 17.4 mi 7.3
Irwin County Elementary School Ocilla 17.6 mi 5.8
Worth County Achievement Center Sylvester 19.4 mi
Worth County Primary School Sylvester 19.4 mi 5.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 31794 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$44,569

Median Home Value

$111,900

Median Rent

$795/mo

Population

27,185

College Educated

17.6%

Homeownership

54.2%

Avg Commute

23.6 min

Poverty Rate

26.6%

Median Age

37.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Northeast Middle School

What grades does Northeast Middle School serve?

Northeast Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Northeast Middle School?

Northeast Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 739 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Northeast Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Northeast Middle School is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Northeast Middle School rank in GA?

Northeast Middle School ranks #1,306 of 2,268 schools in GA.

What is Northeast Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Northeast Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Northeast Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Northeast Middle School has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Northeast Middle School a charter school?

No, Northeast Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Northeast Middle School a Title I school?

No, Northeast Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Northeast Middle School?

92.0% of students at Northeast 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
5 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
739
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
58
Free/Reduced Lunch
92.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Tift County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
26.7%

District

Tift County
District Enrollment
7,631
Schools in District
11
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,804
District Rank
#7 of 11

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