For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 822 students in 31601, GA.
The top-ranked public middle school in 31601, GA is Lowndes Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 31601 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Georgia public middle school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 39% statewide average). Middle schools in 31601, GA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Georgia public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public middle school average of 66% (majority Black).
Best 31601, GA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lowndes Middle School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2379 Copeland Rd
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 245-2280
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 245-2280
Gr: 6-8 | 822 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
31601, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1450 Howell Rd
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 333-8520
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 333-8520
Gr: PK-5 | 537 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
1500 Lankford Drive
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 245-2289
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 245-2289
Gr: PK-5 | 407 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
930 Lake Park Rd
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 333-8597
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 333-8597
Gr: 6-12 | 218 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Valdosta City Alternativeevening (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
104 East Force Street
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 333-8597
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 333-8597
813 West Gordon Street
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 333-8570
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 333-8570
Gr: 4-5 | 593 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 31601, GA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 31601, GA include Lowndes Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 31601?
1 public middle schools are located in 31601.
What is the racial composition of students in 31601?
31601 public middle schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public middle schools average of 66% (majority Black).
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