Serving 581 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Golden Isles Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 581 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Golden Isles Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Golden Isles Elementary School's student population of 581 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
581 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Golden Isles Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Golden Isles Elementary School is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#843 out of 2168 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
13%
18%
Black
33%
36%
White
45%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Golden Isles Elementary School's ranking?
Golden Isles Elementary School is ranked #843 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend Golden Isles Elementary School?
581 students attend Golden Isles Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Golden Isles Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Golden Isles Elementary School?
Golden Isles Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Golden Isles Elementary School offer ?
Golden Isles Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Golden Isles Elementary School part of?
Golden Isles Elementary School is part of Glynn County School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Last Day of School (Events)
May 23, 2024 (Thursday)
First Day of School (Events)
August 07, 2024 (Wednesday)
Fall Break (Events)
October 11, 2024 (Friday)
Fall Break (Events)
October 12, 2024 (Saturday)
Fall Break (Events)
October 13, 2024 (Sunday)
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