For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 5,706 students in 31601, GA.
The top ranked public high schools in 31601, GA are Lowndes High School and Valdosta High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 31601 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Georgia public high school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 42% statewide average). High schools in 31601, GA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Georgia public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 31601 have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the Georgia average of 85%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Lowndes High School, with 95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Georgia or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public high school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 31601, GA Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lowndes High School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1606 Norman Dr
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 245-2260
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 245-2260
Grades: 9-12
| 3,210 students
Rank: #22.
Valdosta High School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4590 Inner Perimeter Rd
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 333-8540
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 333-8540
Grades: 9-12
| 2,496 students
31601, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Horizon Academy (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
2462 James Rd
Valdosta, GA 31601
(912) 333-5227
Valdosta, GA 31601
(912) 333-5227
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
1450 Howell Rd
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 333-8520
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 333-8520
Grades: PK-5
| 537 students
1500 Lankford Drive
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 245-2289
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 245-2289
Grades: PK-5
| 407 students
930 Lake Park Rd
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 333-8597
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 333-8597
Grades: 6-12
| 218 students
Valdosta City Alternativeevening (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
104 East Force Street
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 333-8597
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 333-8597
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
813 West Gordon Street
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 333-8570
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 333-8570
Grades: 4-5
| 593 students
Westside School (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
2470 James Road
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 245-2250
Valdosta, GA 31601
(229) 245-2250
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 31601, GA?
The top ranked public high schools in 31601, GA include Lowndes High School and Valdosta High School.
How many public high schools are located in 31601?
2 public high schools are located in 31601.
What is the racial composition of students in 31601?
31601 public high schools minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public high schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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