Serving 428 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Tybee Island Maritime Academy School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). 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 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 428 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- 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 428 students has grown by 50% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 45% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
428 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tybee Island Maritime Academy School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tybee Island Maritime Academy School is 0.27, 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
#737 out of 2204 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
5%
19%
Black
6%
36%
White
85%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tybee Island Maritime Academy School's ranking?
Tybee Island Maritime Academy School is ranked #737 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% 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?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% 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?
428 students attend Tybee Island Maritime Academy School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Tybee Island Maritime Academy School students are White, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% 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 13:1, 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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