Lowndes High School vs Newbern Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Georgia, United States, 7.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lowndes High School
Valdosta · Public high · Grades 9–12
3,152 students
Newbern Middle School
Valdosta · Public middle · Grades 6–8
725 students
| Measure | Lowndes High School Valdosta, Georgia | Newbern Middle School Valdosta, Georgia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 48 Lower 50% | 18 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #134 of 431 | #409 of 482 |
| National rank | #8948 of 16,910 | #14164 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 3,152 | 725 |
| Enrollment | 3,152 | 725 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 66.8% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 17.0 | 12.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 51% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 56% | 18% |
| city | Valdosta | Valdosta |
| state | Georgia | Georgia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lowndes High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (47.9 vs 17.6).
- •Lowndes High School does better on math proficiency (56% vs 18%).
- •Lowndes High School does better on reading proficiency (51% vs 22%).
- •Lowndes High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (66.8% vs 100%).
- •Newbern Middle School does better on students per teacher (12.1 vs 17.0).
- •Lowndes High School is the larger school with 3,152 students compared with 725.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Lowndes High School better than Newbern Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Lowndes High School ranks higher (47.9 vs 17.6 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Lowndes High School and Newbern Middle School?
About 7.8 km in a straight line, between Valdosta and Valdosta in Georgia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lowndes High School: 3,152. Newbern Middle School: 725. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lowndes High School and Newbern Middle School rank in Georgia?
Lowndes High School is 134th of 431 and Newbern Middle School is 409th of 482 among high schools in Georgia on the 2025 Success Index (US).