Fort Valley Middle School
481 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
Fort Valley Middle School, located at 814 Peggy Dr in Fort Valley, Georgia, serves as a central educational institution for students in the Peach County School District. As a middle school, it plays a vital role in the community by bridging the transition between elementary and high school, focusing on the unique academic, social, and emotional development of students during their early adolescent years. The school is committed to fostering a supportive environment that encourages student engagement, academic growth, and character development, aiming to prepare its student body for success in their future secondary education.
Like many schools in the Peach County system, Fort Valley Middle School emphasizes the importance of community involvement and educational standards. The faculty and staff prioritize creating a safe and inclusive atmosphere where students are encouraged to participate in extracurricular activities alongside their core curriculum. By providing a structured yet challenging academic experience, the school strives to equip its students with the foundational skills and critical thinking abilities necessary to excel as they progress toward high school graduation and beyond.
Like many schools in the Peach County system, Fort Valley Middle School emphasizes the importance of community involvement and educational standards. The faculty and staff prioritize creating a safe and inclusive atmosphere where students are encouraged to participate in extracurricular activities alongside their core curriculum. By providing a structured yet challenging academic experience, the school strives to equip its students with the foundational skills and critical thinking abilities necessary to excel as they progress toward high school graduation and beyond.
481
Total Students
34.0
Full-Time Teachers
14.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
90.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 36 |
| Hispanic | 98 |
| Black | 332 |
| Two or More | 13 |
| American Indian | 1 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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Black332 (69.0 %)
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Hispanic98 (20.4 %)
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White36 (7.5 %)
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Two or More13 (2.7 %)
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American Indian1 (0.2 %)
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Pacific Islander1 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Middle School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Peach County |
| Phone: | (478)825-2413 |
| Grade Range: | 6th - 8th |
| Total Students: | 481 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 34.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 14.1 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 434 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Grade 6
150
Grade 7
168
Grade 8
163
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 150 |
| Grade 7 | 168 |
| Grade 8 | 163 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 224 | 46.6% |
| Male | 257 | 53.4% |