Mahadev Maitri Foundation
US Initiatives

Glynn County

Georgia · Public School District
17
Schools
12,844
Students
$16,044
Per-Pupil Spend
+12% nat'l
61.2%
Free Lunch Rate
+9pp vs nat'l
92.5%
Graduation Rate
+6.0pp vs nat'l
District Overview

Glynn County is a public school district in Georgia serving 12,844 students across 17 schools. It includes 10 elementary, 4 middle, 3 high schools. Its graduation rate of 92.5% is above the national average of 86.5%. Per-pupil spending of $16,044 is above average for a US public school district. 61% of students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, reflecting significant economic need in the community. Opportunity scores across its schools are limited, with a district median of 34/100.

⇄ Compare with another district
All Schools (17)
Middle Schools4 schools
SchoolGradesStudents
Glynn Middle06–08815
Jane Macon Middle06–08780
Needwood Middle School06–08748
Risley Middle School06–08635
High Schools3 schools
SchoolGradesStudents
Brunswick High School09–121,932
Glynn Academy09–121,823
Morningstar Treatment Services- Inc. Youth Estate06–1228
District Finances
Per-Pupil Expenditure$16,044+12% nat'l avg
National avg $14,347
Revenue Sources
29%
56%
State
28.9%
Local (property tax)
56.2%
Federal
14.9%

This district draws the majority of its budget from local property taxes (56%), typical of wealthier suburban districts.

Source: NCES F-33 School District Finance Survey. District-level data.
District Snapshot
17
Schools
12,844
Students
61%
Free Lunch
$16K
Per-Pupil
Graduation Rate92.5%
Opportunity Score34/100
StateGeorgia →
School Rankings
Strengths & Considerations
Strong graduation outcomes
92.5% graduation rate — 6.0 points above the national average of 86.5%.
Range of school options
With 17 schools, families have meaningful choice across programs and grade levels.
Low opportunity scores
Median opportunity score of 34/100, below the national median of 50, which can correlate with weaker long-term economic mobility for students.
Location
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Glynn County?
Glynn County has 17 public schools, serving a total of 12,844 students.
What is the graduation rate for Glynn County?
The graduation rate is 92.5%, which is above the national average of 86.5%.
How much does Glynn County spend per student?
Glynn County spends $16,044 per pupil — 12% above the national average of $14,347.
What percentage of students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch in Glynn County?
61% of students in Glynn County qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, compared to the national rate of 52.2%.
Are there charter schools in Glynn County?
No, Glynn County does not currently include any charter schools.
What grade levels does Glynn County serve?
Glynn County serves grades PK through 12, covering elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the opportunity score for Glynn County?
The median opportunity score across schools in Glynn County is 34/100. The national median is 50/100. Opportunity scores reflect long-term economic mobility prospects for children who grow up in these communities.
About This Data

All figures on this page come directly from US federal open datasets — NCES Common Core of Data, EDFacts, and the Opportunity Atlas — and we work hard to keep them accurate and up to date. That said, federal data is published on an annual cycle, so some figures may not yet reflect the very latest school-year changes or local updates. We recommend using this page as a helpful starting point and cross-checking with the school or district directly, or visiting the NCES Common Core of Data and ed.gov for the most authoritative figures before making any important decisions.