Serving 432 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Tybee Island Maritime Academy 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 52% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (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 16% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 432 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tybee Island Maritime Academy School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Tybee Island Maritime Academy School's student population of 432 students has grown by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
432 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Year Founded
2013
School Calendar
School Motto
A culture of learning and innovation where people achieve maximum potential in maritime communities.
School Rankings
Tybee Island Maritime Academy School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tybee Island Maritime Academy School is 0.29, 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
#580 out of 2192 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
4%
20%
Black
5%
36%
White
84%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tybee Island Maritime Academy School's ranking?
Tybee Island Maritime Academy School is ranked #580 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Tybee Island Maritime Academy School often compared to?
Tybee Island Maritime Academy Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marshpoint Elementary School, May Howard Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Tybee Island Maritime Academy School?
432 students attend Tybee Island Maritime Academy School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Tybee Island Maritime Academy School students are White, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tybee Island Maritime Academy School?
Tybee Island Maritime Academy School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Tybee Island Maritime Academy School offer ?
Tybee Island Maritime Academy School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tybee Island Maritime Academy School part of?
Tybee Island Maritime Academy School is part of Savannah-Chatham County School District.
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