What grades does Upson-Lee Middle School serve?

Upson-Lee Middle School operates as a Middle school within the local district. The school serves families in the Thomaston area.

Where is Upson-Lee Middle School located?

Upson-Lee Middle School is a town school in Thomaston, GA.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Upson-Lee Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Upson-Lee Middle School is 14.6:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

What schools are in Thomaston, GA?

Schools in Thomaston include Upson-Lee Middle School and others operated by the local district. The district serves families throughout the Thomaston area.

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Upson-Lee Middle School — School Calendar 2026-27

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Thomaston, GA 30286

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School Profile

Grades

6–8

Enrollment

922

Student:Teacher

14.6:1

Locale

Town

District

Thomaston-Upson County

Econ. Disadvantaged

82.8%

Phone

(706)647-6256

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

32%

37th percentile in GA

Math Proficiency

22%

27th percentile in GA

Chronic Absenteeism

6.4%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

87 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 13.3:1

Near average in GA

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

950

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

67.33

77% fully certified

Counselors

Social Workers

0.25

Nurses

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$14,619

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$8,493

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$16,385

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 22%State 48%Local 30%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$180,932

+4.3% 1yr+60.9% 5yr

Thomaston, GA metro area

Community Need Level

Elevated

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

31.5%

Below 150% poverty line

3.2%

Unemployment rate

12.2%

Uninsured residents

15.6%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

657

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

626

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

68%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

247 (39%)

Other Health Impairment

111 (18%)

Autism

75 (12%)

Speech/Language Impairment

59 (9%)

Intellectual Disability

33 (5%)

Emotional Disturbance

29 (5%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

894

Current enrollment

Stable(-6% 5yr)

Coming Up

Mon, Aug 3, 2026

First Day of School

Event

Tue, Aug 11, 2026

BOE Meeting

Event

Mon, Sep 7, 2026

School Holiday

Holiday

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Date	Event	Type	Level
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	School Holiday	Holiday	—
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor Day No School - Thomaston-Upson County Schools	Holiday	—
Tue, Sep 8, 2026	BOE Meeting	Event	—
Mon, Sep 14, 2026	Professional Learning Day	Staff Day	—
Mon, Oct 12, 2026	Fall Break Fall Break - Thomaston-Upson County Schools	Break	—
Tue, Oct 13, 2026	BOE Meeting	Event	—
Mon, Oct 19, 2026	Professional Learning Day	Staff Day	—
Tue, Nov 10, 2026	BOE Meeting	Event	—
Mon, Nov 23, 2026	Thanksgiving Break	Break	—
Tue, Dec 8, 2026	BOE Meeting	Event	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	Christmas Break Christmas Break - Thomaston-Upson County Schools	Break	—
Mon, Jan 4, 2027	Professional Learning Days	Staff Day	—
Tue, Jan 12, 2027	BOE Meeting	Event	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	Martin Luther King Jr. Day No School - Thomaston-Upson County Schools	Event	—
Tue, Feb 9, 2027	BOE Meeting	Event	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	Winter Break Winter Break - Thomaston-Upson County Schools	Break	—
Tue, Mar 9, 2027	BOE Meeting	Event	—
Mon, Apr 5, 2027	Spring Break Spring Break - Thomaston-Upson County Schools	Break	—
Tue, Apr 13, 2027	BOE Meeting	Event	—
Tue, May 11, 2027	BOE Meeting	Event	—
Thu, May 27, 2027	Last Day of School Last Day of School - Thomaston-Upson County Schools	Event	—
Tue, Jun 8, 2027	BOE Meeting	Event	—

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Frequently Asked Questions about Upson-Lee Middle School

Upson-Lee Middle School has a total enrollment of 922 students and serves grades Middle. The school is part of the local school district in Thomaston, GA.