Serving 1,024 students in grades 6-8, Valdosta 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 28% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower 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 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,024 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Valdosta Middle School serves the northwest part of Valdosta, GA, covering an area of approximately 17.9 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 4.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Valdosta Middle School's student population of 1,024 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 75 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,024 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Valdosta 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 Valdosta Middle School is 0.46, 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
#1357 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
72%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
12%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
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)27.2%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
8%
7%
Showing 2004–2013. Full 15-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 Valdosta Middle School's ranking?
Valdosta Middle School is ranked #1357 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Valdosta Middle School often compared to?
Valdosta Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hahira Middle School, Lowndes Middle School, Pine Grove Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Valdosta Middle School?
1,024 students attend Valdosta Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Valdosta Middle School students are Black, 12% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Valdosta Middle School?
Valdosta Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Valdosta Middle School offer ?
Valdosta Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Valdosta Middle School part of?
Valdosta Middle School is part of Valdosta City School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Good let the students have more money to spend
5 10/10/2025
The teaching is indeed helping me learn. The fighting is to a minimum and is peaceful for the most part. Love this school and thats for the most part it.
1 10/10/2025
Learning environment is terrible.
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