Washington Middle School

1277 Martin Luther King Jr Ave
Cairo, GA 39828
(School attendance zone shown in map)
3/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 631 students in grades 6-8, Washington 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 21% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 631 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 84%
  • : Bottom 50% in GA
  • : 21% (Btm 50%)
  • : 23% (Btm 50%)
  • : 6-9% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Washington Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:

Category
Attribute

School Overview

Washington Middle School's student population of 631 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
631 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'

School Rankings

Washington 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 Washington Middle School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (GA)
#1709 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
21%
39%
23%
40%
6-9%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
44%
20%
Black
38%
36%
White
16%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.64
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
8%
7%
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 Washington Middle School's ranking?
Washington Middle School is ranked #1709 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Washington Middle School?
631 students attend Washington Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Washington Middle School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are Black, 16% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Washington Middle School?
Washington Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Washington Middle School offer ?
Washington Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Washington Middle School part of?
Washington Middle School is part of Grady County School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 631 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 84%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 21% (Btm 50%)
  • : 23% (Btm 50%)
  • : 6-9% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education

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