Elementary Schools in Charlton County

The two elementary schools located in Charlton County, Georgia - Folkston Elementary School and St. George Elementary School - are both strong performers within the district, ranking among the top 170 and 151 elementary schools in the state, respectively.

Folkston Elementary School outperformed the Charlton County and Georgia state averages in several key academic metrics, including 3rd and 4th grade English Language Arts and Mathematics. It also maintains a relatively low student-teacher ratio of 13.4 to 1. Similarly, St. George Elementary School exceeded the district and state averages, particularly in 3rd and 4th grade Mathematics, where it achieved 100% and 95.5% proficiency rates. Both schools have a low student-teacher ratio, with St. George at 13 to 1.

While both schools serve a high percentage of economically disadvantaged students, with free and reduced-price lunch rates over 75%, their strong academic performance suggests they are providing high-quality education to their students. The higher per-student spending at St. George Elementary School compared to Folkston Elementary School may contribute to its slightly stronger academic outcomes, particularly in Mathematics. Overall, the data analysis highlights the excellence of these two elementary schools in Charlton County, Georgia, and their ability to support student success despite demographic challenges.