Serving 486 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Oglethorpe Point Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (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 28% 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: 486 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oglethorpe Point 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
Oglethorpe Point Elementary School's student population of 486 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
486 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
Oglethorpe Point Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oglethorpe Point Elementary School is 0.45, 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
#66 out of 2192 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
10%
20%
Black
14%
36%
White
72%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Glynn County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oglethorpe Point Elementary School's ranking?
Oglethorpe Point Elementary School is ranked #66 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Oglethorpe Point Elementary School often compared to?
Oglethorpe Point Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like St. Simons Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Oglethorpe Point Elementary School?
486 students attend Oglethorpe Point Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Oglethorpe Point Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oglethorpe Point Elementary School?
Oglethorpe Point Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Oglethorpe Point Elementary School offer ?
Oglethorpe Point Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Oglethorpe Point Elementary School part of?
Oglethorpe Point Elementary School is part of Glynn County School District.
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