Serving 733 students in grades 6-8, Pine Grove Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher 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 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 733 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Pine Grove Middle School serves the northeast part of Valdosta, GA, covering an area of approximately 113.9 square miles. Families in this zone can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 15.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pine Grove Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Pine Grove Middle School's student population of 733 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
733 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pine Grove Middle 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 Middle School is 0.68, 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
#428 out of 2192 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Hispanic
14%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Black
32%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
White
45%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.3%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
Showing 2014–2024. View full 15-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pine Grove Middle School's ranking?
Pine Grove Middle School is ranked #428 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Pine Grove Middle School often compared to?
Pine Grove Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hahira Middle School, Newbern Middle School, Valdosta Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Pine Grove Middle School?
733 students attend Pine Grove Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Pine Grove Middle School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pine Grove Middle School?
Pine Grove Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pine Grove Middle School offer ?
Pine Grove Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pine Grove Middle School part of?
Pine Grove Middle School is part of Lowndes County School District.
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