What grades does Burney-Harris-Lyons Middle School serve?

As a Middle school, Burney-Harris-Lyons Middle School serves students in Athens, GA. The school is administered by the local school district.

Where is Burney-Harris-Lyons Middle School located?

You can find Burney-Harris-Lyons Middle School in Athens, GA.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Burney-Harris-Lyons Middle School?

At Burney-Harris-Lyons Middle School, there are approximately 12 students for every teacher.

What schools are in Athens, GA?

Burney-Harris-Lyons Middle School is among the schools serving Athens, GA. The school is part of the local school system.

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Athens, GA 30606

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Sep

Thu

2nd Grade Parent BreakfastBreakDistrict-wide

Sep

Fri

5th Grade Parent BreakfastBreakDistrict-wide

Oct

Wed

Early Dismissalhalf_dayDistrict-wide

Oct

Wed

Early Dismissal - for Parent-Teacher conferencesStaff DayDistrict-wide

Oct

Thu

No School, Parent-Teacher conferencesStaff DayDistrict-wide

Oct

Thu

Student HolidayHolidayDistrict-wide

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School Profile

Grades

6–8

Enrollment

718

Student:Teacher

12:1

Locale

Urban

District

Clarke County

Econ. Disadvantaged

77.2%

Phone

(706)548-7208

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

23%

17th percentile in GA

Math Proficiency

19%

19th percentile in GA

Chronic Absenteeism

7.9%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

127 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1

Near average in GA

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

1,155

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

54.5

87% fully certified

Counselors

Psychologists

0.38999999

Social Workers

0.56999999

Nurses

School Resource Officers

0.30000001

Security Staff

0.050000001

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$21,012

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$12,235

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$23,458

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 17%State 28%Local 55%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Community Need Level

Elevated

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

39.9%

Below 150% poverty line

5.8%

Unemployment rate

12.5%

Uninsured residents

9.6%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

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

Total Students Served

2,146

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

1,993

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

728 (37%)

Autism

304 (15%)

Other Health Impairment

228 (11%)

Intellectual Disability

197 (10%)

Speech/Language Impairment

183 (9%)

Emotional Disturbance

121 (6%)

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

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

707

Current enrollment

Stable(+1% 5yr)

Coming Up

Thu, Sep 17, 2026

2nd Grade Parent Breakfast

Break

Fri, Sep 18, 2026

5th Grade Parent Breakfast

Break

Wed, Oct 14, 2026

Early Dismissal

half_day

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Clarke County. Burney-Harris-Lyons Middle School follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Tue, Sep 1, 2026	Costa Rica Spring Break Trip Info SessionDistrict-wide	Break	—
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Schools and Offices Closed (Labor Day)District-wide	Holiday	—
Thu, Sep 17, 2026	2nd Grade Parent BreakfastDistrict-wide	Break	—
Fri, Sep 18, 2026	5th Grade Parent BreakfastDistrict-wide	Break	—
Wed, Oct 14, 2026	Early DismissalDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Wed, Oct 14, 2026	Early Dismissal - for Parent-Teacher conferencesDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Thu, Oct 15, 2026	No School, Parent-Teacher conferencesDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Thu, Oct 15, 2026	Student HolidayDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Thu, Oct 15, 2026	Fall BreakDistrict-wide Fall Break - Clarke County School District	Break	—
Fri, Oct 16, 2026	Fall Break - School HolidayDistrict-wide	Break	—
Fri, Oct 16, 2026	Student/staff holidayDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Mon, Oct 19, 2026	Staff and Student Holiday District-wide	Holiday	—
Mon, Oct 19, 2026	Fall Break - School HolidayDistrict-wide	Break	—
Fri, Oct 23, 2026	3rd Grade Parent BreakfastDistrict-wide	Break	—
Tue, Nov 3, 2026	Student Holiday, Election DayDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Fri, Nov 20, 2026	Annual Thanksgiving LuncheonDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Sat, Nov 21, 2026	Thanksgiving breakDistrict-wide	Break	—
Mon, Nov 23, 2026	NO SCHOOL - Thanksgiving weekDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Mon, Nov 23, 2026	Thanksgiving BreakDistrict-wide Thanksgiving Break - Clarke County School District	Break	—
Thu, Dec 17, 2026	Early Dismissal (High Schools Only)District-wide	half_day	—
Fri, Dec 18, 2026	5th Grade Holiday Luncheon in the CafeteriaDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Sat, Dec 19, 2026	Winter breakDistrict-wide	Break	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	Student/Staff HolidayDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	Winter Break (Student & Staff Holiday)District-wide	Break	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	Student/Staff HolidayDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Fri, Jan 22, 2027	2nd Grade Parent BreakfastDistrict-wide	Break	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	Teacher Planning Day (no school for students)District-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	Teacher planning day / student holidayDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Fri, Feb 19, 2027	First Grade Parent BreakfastDistrict-wide	Break	—
Mon, Mar 8, 2027	Parent Teacher Conference WeekDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Wed, Mar 10, 2027	Early Dismissal DayDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Thu, Mar 11, 2027	Conference day / student holidayDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Fri, Mar 12, 2027	Student and Staff Holiday (District Office open)District-wide	Holiday	—
Fri, Mar 26, 2027	Kinder Parent BreakfastDistrict-wide	Break	—
Sat, Apr 3, 2027	Spring breakDistrict-wide	Break	—
Mon, Apr 5, 2027	Spring Break (Student & Staff Holiday)District-wide	Break	—
Mon, Apr 5, 2027	Student/Staff HolidayDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Mon, Apr 19, 2027	Spring Semester Final Exams (Students dismissed at 12:45 pm)District-wide	exam	—
Tue, Apr 20, 2027	Milestone TestingDistrict-wide	exam	—
Fri, Apr 30, 2027	Adaptive Parent BreakfastDistrict-wide	Break	—
Mon, May 3, 2027	Teacher Appreciation WeekDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Tue, May 18, 2027	Spring Semester Final Exams (Students dismissed at 12:45 pm)District-wide	exam	—
Tue, May 18, 2027	Early Dismissal (High Schools Only)District-wide	half_day	—
Wed, May 19, 2027	Spring Semester Final Exams (Students dismissed at 12:45 pm)District-wide	exam	—
Thu, May 20, 2027	Teacher Planning DaysDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, May 31, 2027	District Office Closed (Memorial Day)District-wide	Holiday	—

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Frequently Asked Questions about Burney-Harris-Lyons Middle School

Burney-Harris-Lyons Middle School currently enrolls 718 students across Middle grade levels. The school operates under the local school district in GA.