Pine Grove Elementary School

4175 River Rd
Valdosta, GA 31605
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9/
10
Top 20%
Serving 645 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pine Grove Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (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 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 645 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 49%
  • : Top 20% in GA
  • : 68% (Top 10%)
  • : 52% (Top 20%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Pine Grove Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Pine Grove Elementary School's student population of 645 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
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Total Students
645 students
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Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
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School Rankings

Pine Grove Elementary 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 Elementary School is 0.65, 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.
This School
State Level (GA)
#274 out of 2192 schools
(Top 20%)
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68%
39%
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52%
40%
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55-59%
40%
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Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
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Hispanic
11%
19%
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Black
28%
36%
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White
51%
35%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
0.65
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
59%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
5%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Pine Grove Elementary School's ranking?
Pine Grove Elementary School is ranked #274 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Pine Grove Elementary School often compared to?
Pine Grove Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dewar Elementary School, Hahira Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Pine Grove Elementary School?
645 students attend Pine Grove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Pine Grove Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pine Grove Elementary School?
Pine Grove Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pine Grove Elementary School offer ?
Pine Grove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pine Grove Elementary School part of?
Pine Grove Elementary School is part of Lowndes County School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 645 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 49%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 68% (Top 10%)
  • : 52% (Top 20%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education

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