Serving 546 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Burroughs-molette Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 546 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Burroughs-Molette Elementary School serves the southeast part of Brunswick, GA, covering an area of approximately 1.5 square miles. Families can typically expect a short drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest point in the zone being about 1.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burroughs-molette Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
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Attribute
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School Overview
Burroughs-molette Elementary School's student population of 546 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
546 students
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Motto
Grow. Lead. Excel.
School Rankings
Burroughs-molette Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burroughs-molette Elementary School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1392 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
21%
20%
Black
73%
36%
White
2%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.5%
26.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burroughs-molette Elementary School's ranking?
Burroughs-molette Elementary School is ranked #1392 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Burroughs-molette Elementary School often compared to?
Burroughs-molette Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Altama Elementary School, Goodyear Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Burroughs-molette Elementary School?
546 students attend Burroughs-molette Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Burroughs-molette Elementary School students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Burroughs-molette Elementary School?
Burroughs-molette Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Burroughs-molette Elementary School offer ?
Burroughs-molette Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Burroughs-molette Elementary School part of?
Burroughs-molette Elementary School is part of Glynn County School District.
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