Serving 725 students in grades 6-8, Newbern 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 11% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (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 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 725 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Newbern Middle School serves the southeast part of Valdosta, GA, covering an area of approximately 18.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within this attendance zone is around 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Newbern Middle School's student population of 725 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
725 students
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Newbern 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 Newbern Middle School is 0.28, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1984 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
11%
20%
Black
84%
36%
White
3%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.1%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Newbern Middle School's ranking?
Newbern Middle School is ranked #1984 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Newbern Middle School often compared to?
Newbern Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pine Grove Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Newbern Middle School?
725 students attend Newbern Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Newbern Middle School students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Newbern Middle School?
Newbern Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Newbern Middle School offer ?
Newbern Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Newbern Middle School part of?
Newbern Middle School is part of Valdosta City School District.
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