Serving 488 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, St. Simons Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
Grades: Prekindergarten-5
Enrollment: 488 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
Minority Enrollment: 43%
Overall Testing Rank
: Top 20% in GA
Math Proficiency
: 57% (Top 20%)
Reading Proficiency
: 55% (Top 20%)
Science Proficiency
: 55-59% (Top 20%)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
St. Simons Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of St. Simons Elementary School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend St. Simons Elementary School?
488 students attend St. Simons Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of St. Simons Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of St. Simons Elementary School?
St. Simons Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does St. Simons Elementary School offer ?
St. Simons Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is St. Simons Elementary School part of?
First grade teacher Mrs. Culver was amazing just what my son needed she, the assistant principal and the principal all showed true concern for my son. They all wanted my son to succeed, and he did. They looked out for him and kept in close contact with me. I appreciate the help they offered and how they went above and beyond even helping my little guy find his jackets his lost almost weekly. Love this school.
- Posted by Parent - Shen
45/19/2020
Dedicated staff and teachers that make this school's academic work for a broad population.
- Posted by Parent - parent
29/12/2012
Great school except for Pre-K program.
- Posted by Parent - 123
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Quick Stats (2025)
Grades: Prekindergarten-5
Enrollment: 488 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
Minority Enrollment: 43%
Overall Testing Rank
: Top 20%
Math Proficiency
: 57% (Top 20%)
Reading Proficiency
: 55% (Top 20%)
Science Proficiency
: 55-59% (Top 20%)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
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