For the 2026 school year, there are 18 public schools serving 14,329 students in Glynn County, GA (there are 7 private schools, serving 1,068 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in Glynn County, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in Glynn County, GA are Oglethorpe Point Elementary School, St. Simons Elementary School and Greer Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Glynn County, GA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Georgia public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Glynn County have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public school average of 66% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Glynn County (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Oglethorpe Point Elementary School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
6200 Frederica Rd
Saint Simons Island, GA 31522
(912) 638-6200
Saint Simons Island, GA 31522
(912) 638-6200
Gr: PK-5 | 486 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #22.
St. Simons Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
805 Ocean Blvd
Saint Simons Island, GA 31522
(912) 638-2851
Saint Simons Island, GA 31522
(912) 638-2851
Gr: PK-5 | 462 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #33.
Greer Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
695 Harry Driggers Blvd
Brunswick, GA 31525
(912) 267-4135
Brunswick, GA 31525
(912) 267-4135
Gr: PK-5 | 599 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #44.
Glynn Academy
(Math: 49% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1001 Mansfield St
Brunswick, GA 31520
(912) 267-4210
Brunswick, GA 31520
(912) 267-4210
Gr: 9-12 | 1,911 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #55.
Satilla Marsh Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
360 S Port Pkwy
Brunswick, GA 31523
(912) 265-3675
Brunswick, GA 31523
(912) 265-3675
Gr: PK-5 | 752 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #66.
Morningstar Treatment Services- Inc. Youth Estate
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2900 Albany St
Brunswick, GA 31520
(912) 267-3700
Brunswick, GA 31520
(912) 267-3700
Gr: K-12 | 23 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #77.
Glynn Middle School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
635 Lanier Blvd
Brunswick, GA 31520
(912) 267-4150
Brunswick, GA 31520
(912) 267-4150
Gr: 6-8 | 735 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #88.
Brunswick High School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3885 Altama Ave
Brunswick, GA 31520
(912) 267-4200
Brunswick, GA 31520
(912) 267-4200
Gr: 9-12 | 1,951 student Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #99.
Jane Macon Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
201 Mckenzie Dr
Brunswick, GA 31523
(912) 265-3337
Brunswick, GA 31523
(912) 265-3337
Gr: 6-8 | 801 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #1010.
Needwood Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
669 Harry Driggers Blvd
Brunswick, GA 31525
(912) 261-4488
Brunswick, GA 31525
(912) 261-4488
Gr: 6-8 | 736 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #1111.
Golden Isles Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1350 Cate Rd
Brunswick, GA 31525
(912) 264-6822
Brunswick, GA 31525
(912) 264-6822
Gr: PK-5 | 619 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #1212.
Risley Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
707 Southport Pkwy
Brunswick, GA 31523
(912) 267-4100
Brunswick, GA 31523
(912) 267-4100
Gr: 6-8 | 590 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #1313.
Sterling Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
200 Mckenzie Ln
Brunswick, GA 31523
(912) 279-1509
Brunswick, GA 31523
(912) 279-1509
Gr: PK-5 | 767 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #1414.
Glyndale Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1785 Old Jesup Rd
Brunswick, GA 31525
(912) 264-8740
Brunswick, GA 31525
(912) 264-8740
Gr: PK-5 | 585 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #1515.
Burroughs-molette Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1900 Lee St
Brunswick, GA 31520
(912) 267-4130
Brunswick, GA 31520
(912) 267-4130
Gr: PK-5 | 546 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #1616.
Altama Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6045 Altama Ave
Brunswick, GA 31525
(912) 264-3563
Brunswick, GA 31525
(912) 264-3563
Gr: PK-5 | 672 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #1717.
Coastal Plains High School
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1111 Glynco Parkway Summit Bui
Brunswick, GA 31525
(912) 267-9700
Brunswick, GA 31525
(912) 267-9700
Gr: 9-12 | 1,161 student Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #1818.
Goodyear Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3000 Roxboro Rd
Brunswick, GA 31520
(912) 267-4170
Brunswick, GA 31520
(912) 267-4170
Gr: PK-5 | 515 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Glynn County, GA?
The top-ranked public schools in Glynn County, GA include Oglethorpe Point Elementary School, St. Simons Elementary School and Greer Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Glynn County?
18 public schools are located in Glynn County.
What percentage of students in Glynn County go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in Glynn County are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in Glynn County?
Glynn County public schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Georgia public schools average of 66% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Glynn County are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Glynn County include: Brunswick High School vs. Glynn Academy, Glynn Academy vs. Brunswick High School, Oglethorpe Point Elementary School vs. St. Simons Elementary School
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