For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,366 students in 30474, GA (there are , serving 402 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in 30474, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 30474, GA are Vidalia Comprehensive High School, J. R. Trippe Middle School and Sally Dailey Meadows Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 30474 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Georgia public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 30474, GA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Georgia public school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 30474, GA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Vidalia Comprehensive High School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
901 North St W
Vidalia, GA 30474
(912) 537-7931
Vidalia, GA 30474
(912) 537-7931
Gr: 9-12 | 751 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #22.
J. R. Trippe Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2200 Mcintosh St
Vidalia, GA 30474
(912) 537-3813
Vidalia, GA 30474
(912) 537-3813
Gr: 6-8 | 512 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #33.
Sally Dailey Meadows Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
205 Waters Dr
Vidalia, GA 30474
(912) 537-4755
Vidalia, GA 30474
(912) 537-4755
Gr: 2-5 | 639 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: n/an/a
800 North St E
Vidalia, GA 30474
(912) 537-3421
Vidalia, GA 30474
(912) 537-3421
Gr: PK-1 | 464 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
30474, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 30474, GA?
The top-ranked public schools in 30474, GA include Vidalia Comprehensive High School, J. R. Trippe Middle School and Sally Dailey Meadows Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 30474?
4 public schools are located in 30474.
What percentage of students in 30474 go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in 30474 are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 30474?
30474 public schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Georgia public schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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