Serving 756 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pine Grove Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 756 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Pine Grove Elementary School serves the northern part of Valdosta, GA, covering an attendance area of approximately 38 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge of the zone located about 7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pine Grove Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Pine Grove Elementary School's student population of 756 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
756 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pine Grove Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pine Grove Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#274 out of 2192 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
29%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
49%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.1%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
5%
Showing 2014–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pine Grove Elementary School's ranking?
Pine Grove Elementary School is ranked #274 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Pine Grove Elementary School often compared to?
Pine Grove Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dewar Elementary School, Hahira Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Pine Grove Elementary School?
756 students attend Pine Grove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Pine Grove Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pine Grove Elementary School?
Pine Grove Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pine Grove Elementary School offer ?
Pine Grove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pine Grove Elementary School part of?
Pine Grove Elementary School is part of Lowndes County School District.
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