For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 6,556 students in Valdosta, GA.
The top-ranked public high schools in Valdosta, GA are Scintilla Charter Academy, Lowndes High School and Valdosta High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Valdosta, GA public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Georgia public high school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 43% statewide average). High schools in Valdosta have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Georgia public high schools.
Valdosta, GA public high school have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the Georgia average of 85%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Valdosta High School, with 94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Georgia or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public high school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Valdosta, GA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Scintilla Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2171 E Park Ave
Valdosta, GA 31602
(229) 244-5750
Valdosta, GA 31602
(229) 244-5750
Gr: K-10 | 947 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #22.
Lowndes High School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1606 Norman Dr
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 245-2260
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 245-2260
Gr: 9-12 | 3,152 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #33.
Valdosta High School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4590 Inner Perimeter Rd
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 333-8540
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 333-8540
Gr: 9-12 | 2,457 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Valdosta, 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 | 576 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Valdosta, GA?
The top-ranked public high schools in Valdosta, GA include Scintilla Charter Academy, Lowndes High School and Valdosta High School.
How many public high schools are located in Valdosta?
3 public high schools are located in Valdosta.
What is the racial composition of students in Valdosta?
Valdosta public high schools minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public high schools average of 65% (majority Black).
Which public high schools in Valdosta are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Valdosta include: Valdosta High School vs. Lowndes High School, Lowndes High School vs. Valdosta High School
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