Serving 623 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Saint Marys 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 52% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 623 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Saint Marys Elementary School serves the southeast part of Saint Marys, GA, encompassing an area of approximately 17.4 square miles. Most residents live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.9 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Saint Marys Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Saint Marys Elementary School's student population of 623 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
623 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Saint Marys 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 Saint Marys Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#343 out of 2192 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
8%
20%
Black
18%
36%
White
61%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.9%
26.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Saint Marys Elementary School's ranking?
Saint Marys Elementary School is ranked #343 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Saint Marys Elementary School often compared to?
Saint Marys Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kingsland Elementary School, Sugarmill Elementary School, David L Rainer 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 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Saint Marys Elementary School?
623 students attend Saint Marys Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Saint Marys Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Saint Marys Elementary School?
Saint Marys Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Saint Marys Elementary School offer ?
Saint Marys Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Saint Marys Elementary School part of?
Saint Marys Elementary School is part of Camden County School District.
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