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Yeager Middle School

Middle School · Douglas County

4000 Kings Hwy, Douglasville, GA 30135

Enrollment

502

Student-Teacher

13.9:1

Score

5.0

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Georgia schools

#1,688 of 2,268

In Douglasville

#21 of 29

public schools

In district

#26 of 35

Douglas County

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Yeager Middle School

5.0/10

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

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About Yeager Middle School

Yeager Middle School is a public middle school in Douglasville, GA, part of Douglas County. Yeager Middle School serves approximately 502 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Yeager Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,688 of 2,268 schools in GA.

Structured state assessment records for Yeager Middle School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • District avg 4.8
  • GA avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

35% of students at Yeager 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.5Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.55 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics4.8Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency19.6% (2024 GA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency34.3% (2024 GA)
Math vs. State Avg-22.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-7.5 pts
Overall Proficiency27% (2024 GA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)32% (model expectation from 2024 GA)
vs. Expected-5.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile30th
Resources & Environment4.3Below Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,179
Chronic Absenteeism34.9%

Yeager Middle School — Students at Yeager Middle School score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

79.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores GA GA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 43.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
42.1% (2024 GA)
ELA Proficiency 56.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
41.8% (2024 GA)

Based on 30 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
70%
ELA
90%
2010
Math
75%
ELA
90%
2011
Math
78%
ELA
96%
2012
Math
80%
ELA
96%
2013
Math
78%
ELA
96%
2014
Math
22%
ELA
30%
2015
Math
29%
ELA
38%
2016
Math
28%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
35%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
45%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
45%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
38%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
38%
2022
Math
19%
ELA
38%
2024
Math
19.6%
ELA
34.3%

* 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: 5.5/10.

How Yeager Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.0/10
26th percentile in GA
Academic
4.8/10
Below Average
Growth
5.5/10
Average
Environment
4.3/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
80%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
36 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
34.9%

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

4000 Kings Hwy, Douglasville, GA 30135

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Yeager Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Winston Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Winston), which scores notably higher. Another option is HEIRWAY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 8.1/10, 3.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Holly Springs Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Douglasville, see our Douglasville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Dorsett Shoals Elementary School Douglasville 0.9 mi 6.2
Alexander High School Douglasville 1.2 mi 5.7
Arbor Station Elementary School Douglasville 1.5 mi 5.1
Bill Arp Elementary School Douglasville 1.6 mi 5.9
Bright Star Elementary School Douglasville 2.1 mi 5.3
DOUGLASVILLE SDA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Douglasville 2.2 mi
Chapel Hill Elementary School Douglasville 2.0 mi 5.2
KING'S WAY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Douglasville 2.7 mi 7.0
Youth Villages at Inner Harbour Douglasville 2.5 mi 5.4
HARVESTER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Douglasville 2.9 mi 6.1
Chapel Hill Middle School Douglasville 3.1 mi 5.4
Chapel Hill High School Douglasville 3.2 mi 6.0
Douglas County High School Douglasville 3.6 mi 6.2
Holly Springs Elementary School Douglasville 3.3 mi 8.0
HEIRWAY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Douglasville 3.8 mi 8.1
Winston Elementary School Winston 3.6 mi 8.5
FIRST BAPTIST GO CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Douglasville 3.7 mi 5.7
Mason Creek Elementary School Winston 3.5 mi 6.3
Brighten Academy Douglasville 3.8 mi 5.6
ANGELS IN PROGRESS ACADEMY Douglasville 3.7 mi 5.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 30135 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$92,991

Median Home Value

$277,400

Median Rent

$1,550/mo

Population

66,689

College Educated

32.6%

Homeownership

77.8%

Avg Commute

34.6 min

Poverty Rate

10.4%

Median Age

39

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Yeager Middle School

What grades does Yeager Middle School serve?

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

How many students attend Yeager Middle School?

Yeager Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 502 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Yeager Middle School is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Yeager Middle School rank in GA?

Yeager Middle School ranks #1,688 of 2,268 schools in GA.

What is Yeager Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Yeager Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Yeager Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Yeager Middle School has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Yeager Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Yeager Middle School a Title I school?

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

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

79.7% of students at Yeager 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
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
3 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
502
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Free/Reduced Lunch
79.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Douglas County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
34.9%

District

Douglas County
District Enrollment
25,770
Schools in District
35
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,179
District Rank
#26 of 35

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