Serving 599 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Greer 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 58% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 599 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Greer Elementary School serves the northeast part of Brunswick, GA, covering an area of approximately 25.4 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 4.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Greer Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Greer Elementary School's student population of 599 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
599 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Year Founded
1997
School Motto
Where Learning Begins and Success is Built!
School Rankings
Greer Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Greer Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#367 out of 2192 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
18%
20%
Black
18%
36%
White
55%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.2%
26.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Greer Elementary School's ranking?
Greer Elementary School is ranked #367 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Greer Elementary School often compared to?
Greer Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Altama Elementary School, Golden Isles Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Greer Elementary School?
599 students attend Greer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Greer Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Greer Elementary School?
Greer Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Greer Elementary School offer ?
Greer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Greer Elementary School part of?
Greer Elementary School is part of Glynn County School District.
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