Serving 451 students in grades 6-8, Valley Point Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (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 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 451 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Valley Point Middle School's student population of 451 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
451 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Valley Point Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valley Point Middle School is 0.54, 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
#993 out of 2204 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
53%
18%
Black
2%
36%
White
43%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valley Point Middle School's ranking?
Valley Point Middle School is ranked #993 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Valley Point Middle School often compared to?
Valley Point Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westside Middle School, Eastbrook Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Valley Point Middle School?
451 students attend Valley Point Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Valley Point Middle School students are Hispanic, 43% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Valley Point Middle School?
Valley Point Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Valley Point Middle School offer ?
Valley Point Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Valley Point Middle School part of?
Valley Point Middle School is part of Whitfield County School District.
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