Lowndes High School is a public high school in Valdosta, Georgia, United States. The school is part of the Lowndes school system, which serves Lowndes County except for the city of Valdosta.
Serving 3,152 students in grades 9-12, Lowndes High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,152 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lowndes High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lowndes High School's student population of 3,152 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 186 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
3,152 students
Total Classroom Teachers
186 teachers
Year Founded
1966
Colors
Maroon, Crimson
School Calendar
School Motto
Working together to empower, challenge, and inspire - One Lowndes!
School Rankings
Lowndes High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lowndes High School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#255 out of 2192 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
13%
20%
Black
25%
36%
White
55%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Viking
- Lowndes High School is a public high school in Lowndes County, Georgia.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lowndes High School's ranking?
Lowndes High School is ranked #255 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Lowndes High School often compared to?
Lowndes High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Valdosta High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lowndes High School?
The graduation rate of Lowndes High School is 91%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Lowndes High School?
3,152 students attend Lowndes High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Lowndes High School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lowndes High School?
Lowndes High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lowndes High School offer ?
Lowndes High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lowndes High School part of?
Lowndes High School is part of Lowndes County School District.
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