For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 public middle schools serving 4,247 students in Valdosta, GA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in Valdosta, GA are Scintilla Charter Academy, Pine Grove Middle School and Lowndes Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Valdosta, GA public middle schools have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Georgia public middle school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 39% statewide average). Middle schools in Valdosta have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Georgia public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Georgia public middle school average of 66% (majority Black).
Best Public Middle Schools in Valdosta, GA (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Scintilla Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2171 E Park Ave
Valdosta, GA 31602
(229) 244-5750
Valdosta, GA 31602
(229) 244-5750
Gr: K-10 | 947 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #22.
Pine Grove Middle School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4159 River Rd
Valdosta, GA 31605
(229) 219-3234
Valdosta, GA 31605
(229) 219-3234
Gr: 6-8 | 733 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #33.
Lowndes Middle School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2379 Copeland Rd
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 245-2280
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 245-2280
Gr: 6-8 | 818 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #44.
Valdosta Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
110 Burton St
Valdosta, GA 31602
(229) 333-8555
Valdosta, GA 31602
(229) 333-8555
Gr: 6-8 | 1,024 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #55.
Newbern Middle School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2015 E Park Ave
Valdosta, GA 31602
(229) 333-8566
Valdosta, GA 31602
(229) 333-8566
Gr: 6-8 | 725 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Valdosta, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Horizon Academy (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
3103 N Forrest St
Valdosta, GA 31602
(229) 333-5227
Valdosta, GA 31602
(229) 333-5227
1605 Azalea Drive
Valdosta, GA 31602
(229) 333-8525
Valdosta, GA 31602
(229) 333-8525
Gr: K-3 | 649 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
1500 Lankford Drive
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 245-2289
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 245-2289
Gr: PK-5 | 407 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
930 Lake Park Rd
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 333-8597
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 333-8597
Gr: 6-12 | 218 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Valdosta City Alternativeevening (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
104 East Force Street
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 333-8597
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 333-8597
813 West Gordon Street
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 333-8570
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 333-8570
Gr: 4-5 | 593 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in Valdosta, GA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in Valdosta, GA include Scintilla Charter Academy, Pine Grove Middle School and Lowndes Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in Valdosta?
5 public middle schools are located in Valdosta.
What is the racial composition of students in Valdosta?
Valdosta public middle schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Georgia public middle schools average of 66% (majority Black).
Which public middle schools in Valdosta are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public middle schools in Valdosta include: Newbern Middle School vs. Pine Grove Middle School, Lowndes Middle School vs. Valdosta Middle School, Valdosta Middle School vs. Lowndes Middle School
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