J. R. Trippe Middle School
531 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
J. R. Trippe Middle School, located in Vidalia, Georgia, serves as a central hub for adolescent education within the Vidalia City School District. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that bridges the gap between elementary and high school, focusing on the unique academic, social, and emotional needs of middle-grade students. By emphasizing core subjects alongside extracurricular opportunities, the institution strives to prepare its student body for the rigorous demands of secondary education while promoting personal responsibility and community engagement.
The school’s commitment to academic excellence is reflected in its utilization of various instructional resources and digital platforms to keep families connected and informed about student progress. With a focus on creating a well-rounded experience, J. R. Trippe Middle School encourages students to participate in a variety of school activities, which helps build school spirit and develop interpersonal skills. By maintaining strong communication with parents and the surrounding Vidalia community, the school aims to cultivate a collaborative culture that supports the holistic development of every student.
The school’s commitment to academic excellence is reflected in its utilization of various instructional resources and digital platforms to keep families connected and informed about student progress. With a focus on creating a well-rounded experience, J. R. Trippe Middle School encourages students to participate in a variety of school activities, which helps build school spirit and develop interpersonal skills. By maintaining strong communication with parents and the surrounding Vidalia community, the school aims to cultivate a collaborative culture that supports the holistic development of every student.
531
Total Students
38.8
Full-Time Teachers
13.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
91.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 170 |
| Hispanic | 56 |
| Black | 282 |
| Two or More | 22 |
| American Indian | 1 |
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Black282 (53.1 %)
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White170 (32.0 %)
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Hispanic56 (10.5 %)
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Two or More22 (4.1 %)
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American Indian1 (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: | Vidalia City |
| Phone: | (912)537-3813 |
| Website: | http://jrtrippe.org |
| Grade Range: | 6th - 8th |
| Total Students: | 531 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 38.8 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 13.7 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 486 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Grade 6
175
Grade 7
175
Grade 8
181
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 175 |
| Grade 7 | 175 |
| Grade 8 | 181 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 255 | 48% |
| Male | 276 | 52% |
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)
670 Students
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