Glynn Academy is an American public high school in Brunswick, Georgia, United States, enrolling 1,900 students in grades 9–12. Along with Brunswick High School, it is one of two high schools in the Glynn County School System.
Serving 1,820 students in grades 9-12, Glynn Academy ranks in the top 20% 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 49% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,820 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Glynn Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Glynn Academy's student population of 1,820 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 109 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,820 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
109 teachers
Year Founded
1788
School Calendar
School Rankings
Glynn Academy ranks within the top 20% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glynn Academy is 0.61, 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
#381 out of 2192 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
18%
19%
Black
21%
36%
White
56%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Red Terrors
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glynn Academy's ranking?
Glynn Academy is ranked #381 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Glynn Academy often compared to?
Glynn Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Brunswick High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Glynn Academy?
The graduation rate of Glynn Academy is 99%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Glynn Academy?
1,820 students attend Glynn Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Glynn Academy students are White, 21% of students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Glynn Academy?
Glynn Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Glynn Academy offer ?
Glynn Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Glynn Academy part of?
Glynn Academy is part of Glynn County School District.
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