Lowndes Middle School vs Newbern Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Georgia, United States, 8.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lowndes Middle School
Valdosta · Public middle · Grades 6–8
818 students
Newbern Middle School
Valdosta · Public middle · Grades 6–8
725 students
| Measure | Lowndes Middle School Valdosta, Georgia | Newbern Middle School Valdosta, Georgia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 48 Lower 50% | 18 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #177 of 482 | #409 of 482 |
| National rank | #8192 of 15,369 | #14164 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 818 | 725 |
| Enrollment | 818 | 725 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 13.4 | 12.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 49% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 56% | 18% |
| city | Valdosta | Valdosta |
| state | Georgia | Georgia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lowndes Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (47.5 vs 17.6).
- •Lowndes Middle School does better on math proficiency (56% vs 18%).
- •Lowndes Middle School does better on reading proficiency (49% vs 22%).
- •Newbern Middle School does better on students per teacher (12.1 vs 13.4).
- •Lowndes Middle School is the larger school with 818 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 Middle School better than Newbern Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Lowndes Middle School ranks higher (47.5 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 Middle School and Newbern Middle School?
About 8.3 km in a straight line, between Valdosta and Valdosta in Georgia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lowndes Middle School: 818. Newbern Middle School: 725. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lowndes Middle School and Newbern Middle School rank in Georgia?
Lowndes Middle School is 177th of 482 and Newbern Middle School is 409th of 482 among middle schools in Georgia on the 2025 Success Index (US).