J. R. Trippe Middle School

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.
498
Total Students
38.2
Full-Time Teachers
13.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
97.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for J. R. Trippe Middle School
Demographic Student Count
White177
Hispanic45
Black250
Asian2
Two or More24
  • Black
    250 (50.2%)
  • White
    177 (35.5%)
  • Hispanic
    45 (9.0%)
  • Two or More
    24 (4.8%)
  • Asian
    2 (0.4%)
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: 498
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 38.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.0
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 486
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 6 161
Grade 7 166
Grade 8 171

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for J. R. Trippe Middle School
Grade Student Count
Grade 6161
Grade 7166
Grade 8171
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for J. R. Trippe Middle School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female24950%
Male24950%
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)