School Overview
Valdosta High School, located in Valdosta, Georgia, is a prominent public secondary school that serves as a cornerstone of the Valdosta City School District. Known for its rich history and deep-rooted traditions, the school is perhaps most famous for its storied athletic program—particularly its football team, which is widely recognized as one of the winningest high school programs in the United States. The school’s mascot, the Wildcat, is a central part of the community’s identity, and the "Go Cats" spirit is a defining characteristic of the local culture.

Beyond its athletic prestige, Valdosta High School offers a comprehensive academic curriculum designed to prepare students for higher education and career paths. The school emphasizes a well-rounded educational experience, providing students with access to various Advanced Placement (AP) courses, career-technical education programs, and extracurricular clubs that foster leadership and personal growth. Housed in a modern campus facility, the school continues to focus on maintaining high academic standards while serving a diverse student body, striving to uphold its long-standing reputation for excellence in both the classroom and the community.
2,381
Total Students
146.3
Full-Time Teachers
16.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
86.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Valdosta High School
Demographic Student Count
White305
Hispanic153
Black1,810
Asian36
Two or More70
American Indian6
Pacific Islander1
  • Black
    1,810 (76.0 %)
  • White
    305 (12.8 %)
  • Hispanic
    153 (6.4 %)
  • Two or More
    70 (2.9 %)
  • Asian
    36 (1.5 %)
  • American Indian
    6 (0.3 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.0 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Valdosta City
Phone: (229)333-8540
Website: http://www.gocats.org
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 2,381
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 146.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 16.3
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 2,069
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 9 741
Grade 10 645
Grade 11 548
Grade 12 447

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Valdosta High School
Grade Student Count
Grade 9741
Grade 10645
Grade 11548
Grade 12447
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Valdosta High School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female1,22751.5%
Male1,15448.5%
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