Serving 733 students in grades 6-8, Pine Grove Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 733 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pine Grove Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Pine Grove Middle School's student population of 733 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
733 students
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Working together to empower, challenge, and inspire - One Lowndes!
School Rankings
Pine Grove Middle 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 Pine Grove Middle School is 0.68, 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
#428 out of 2192 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
14%
20%
Black
32%
36%
White
45%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pine Grove Middle School's ranking?
Pine Grove Middle School is ranked #428 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Pine Grove Middle School often compared to?
Pine Grove Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hahira Middle School, Newbern Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Pine Grove Middle School?
733 students attend Pine Grove Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Pine Grove Middle School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pine Grove Middle School?
Pine Grove Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pine Grove Middle School offer ?
Pine Grove Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pine Grove Middle School part of?
Pine Grove Middle School is part of Lowndes County School District.
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