Valdosta Middle School

110 Burton St
Valdosta, GA 31602
(School attendance zone shown in map)
5/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 1,070 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 17% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 1,070 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 83%
  • : Bottom 50% in GA
  • : 17% (Btm 50%)
  • : 32% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Valdosta Middle School's student population of 1,070 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 80 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,070 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
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School Rankings

Valdosta Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valdosta Middle School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (GA)
#1285 out of 2168 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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17%
36%
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32%
39%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
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Hispanic
7%
18%
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Black
69%
36%
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White
17%
37%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.49
This chart display the diversity score of Valdosta Middle School and the public school average diversity score of Georgia by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
53%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
8%
7%
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School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 #1285 out of 2,168 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 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?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend Valdosta Middle School?
1,070 students attend Valdosta Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Valdosta Middle School students are Black, 17% of students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Valdosta Middle School?
Valdosta Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Valdosta Middle School offer ?
Valdosta Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Valdosta Middle School part of?
Valdosta Middle School is part of Valdosta City School District.

School Reviews

1   8/18/2020
Learning environment is terrible.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Anonymous
5   11/19/2018
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.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Ryleigh
5   1/17/2018
Good let the students have more money to spend
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Jacob Alford

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 1,070 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 83%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 17% (Btm 50%)
  • : 32% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education

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