Serving 512 students in grades 6-8, J. R. Trippe 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 22% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 512 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
J. R. Trippe Middle School's student population of 512 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
512 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
J. R. Trippe Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of J. R. Trippe Middle School is 0.59, 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
#1517 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
8%
19%
Black
53%
36%
White
35%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is J. R. Trippe Middle School's ranking?
J. R. Trippe Middle School is ranked #1517 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are J. R. Trippe Middle School often compared to?
J. R. Trippe Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jeff Davis Middle School, Sally Dailey Meadows Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend J. R. Trippe Middle School?
512 students attend J. R. Trippe Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of J. R. Trippe Middle School students are Black, 35% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of J. R. Trippe Middle School?
J. R. Trippe Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does J. R. Trippe Middle School offer ?
J. R. Trippe Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is J. R. Trippe Middle School part of?
J. R. Trippe Middle School is part of Vidalia City School District.
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