Serving 718 students in grades 6-8, Burney-harris-lyons 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 30% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 718 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burney-harris-lyons Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Burney-harris-lyons Middle School's student population of 718 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
718 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Burney-harris-lyons 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 Burney-harris-lyons Middle School is 0.66, 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
#1405 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)15-19%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
38%
19%
Black
42%
36%
White
15%
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
77%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burney-harris-lyons Middle School's ranking?
Burney-harris-lyons Middle School is ranked #1405 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Burney-harris-lyons Middle School often compared to?
Burney-harris-lyons Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clarke Middle School, Hilsman Middle School, Coile Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Burney-harris-lyons Middle School?
718 students attend Burney-harris-lyons Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Burney-harris-lyons Middle School students are Black, 38% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Burney-harris-lyons Middle School?
Burney-harris-lyons Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Burney-harris-lyons Middle School offer ?
Burney-harris-lyons Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Burney-harris-lyons Middle School part of?
Burney-harris-lyons Middle School is part of Clarke County School District.
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