East Columbus Magnet Academy vs Fort Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Georgia, United States, 2.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
East Columbus Magnet Academy
Columbus · Public middle · Grades 6–8
395 students
Fort Middle School
Columbus · Public middle · Grades 6–8
440 students
| Measure | East Columbus Magnet Academy Columbus, Georgia | Fort Middle School Columbus, Georgia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 17 Lower 50% | 18 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #425 of 482 | #408 of 482 |
| National rank | #14334 of 15,369 | #14094 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 395 | 440 |
| Enrollment | 395 | 440 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 97.5% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 12.7 | 13.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 16% |
| city | Columbus | Columbus |
| state | Georgia | Georgia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Fort Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (18.1 vs 16.6).
- •Fort Middle School does better on math proficiency (16% vs 12%).
- •Fort Middle School does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 22%).
- •East Columbus Magnet Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (97.5% vs 100%).
- •East Columbus Magnet Academy does better on students per teacher (12.7 vs 13.8).
- •Fort Middle School is the larger school with 440 students compared with 395.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is East Columbus Magnet Academy better than Fort Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Fort Middle School ranks higher (18.1 vs 16.6 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are East Columbus Magnet Academy and Fort Middle School?
About 2.8 km in a straight line, between Columbus and Columbus in Georgia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
East Columbus Magnet Academy: 395. Fort Middle School: 440. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do East Columbus Magnet Academy and Fort Middle School rank in Georgia?
East Columbus Magnet Academy is 425th of 482 and Fort Middle School is 408th of 482 among middle schools in Georgia on the 2025 Success Index (US).