Serving 466 students in grades 6-8, Fort Valley Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 12% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 466 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
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Fort Valley Middle School's student population of 466 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
466 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Fort Valley Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fort Valley Middle School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1941 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
21%
19%
Black
67%
36%
White
8%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Fort Valley Middle School's ranking?
Fort Valley Middle School is ranked #1941 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Fort Valley Middle School often compared to?
Fort Valley Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Byron Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Fort Valley Middle School?
466 students attend Fort Valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Fort Valley Middle School students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fort Valley Middle School?
Fort Valley Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Fort Valley Middle School offer ?
Fort Valley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fort Valley Middle School part of?
Fort Valley Middle School is part of Peach County School District.
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id="school-calendar">School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of Second Semester
January 06, 2026 (Tuesday)
Spring Break
March 30, 2026 (Monday)
Last Day of School
May 20, 2026 (Wednesday)
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