Serving 658 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Marshpoint Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 658 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marshpoint Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Marshpoint Elementary School's student population of 658 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
658 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Marshpoint Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marshpoint Elementary School is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#575 out of 2168 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
7%
18%
Black
29%
36%
White
50%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marshpoint Elementary School's ranking?
Marshpoint Elementary School is ranked #575 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Marshpoint Elementary School often compared to?
Marshpoint Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tybee Island Maritime School, May Howard Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend Marshpoint Elementary School?
658 students attend Marshpoint Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Marshpoint Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marshpoint Elementary School?
Marshpoint Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Marshpoint Elementary School offer ?
Marshpoint Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Marshpoint Elementary School part of?
Marshpoint Elementary School is part of Savannah-Chatham County School District.
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