Serving 598 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 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). 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 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 598 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- 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 598 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
598 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Saint Marys Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Saint Marys Elementary School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#287 out of 2204 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
9%
18%
Black
18%
36%
White
63%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
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 #287 out of 2,204 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 Sugarmill Elementary School, Kingsland 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?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% 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?
598 students attend Saint Marys Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Saint Marys Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 9% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Saint Marys Elementary School?
Saint Marys Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to 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
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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