Richard Woods State School Superintendent | georgia.gov
Richard Woods State School Superintendent | georgia.gov
Folkston Elementary School welcomed the largest number of first grade students among county schools, registering 196 students during the 2022-23 school year.
Within Charlton County schools, the highest student count was found in ninth grade, with the smallest class sizes seen in 10th grade.
Statewide, Charlton County ranked 118th in enrollment numbers, with a total of 3,141 students enrolled in the 2022-23 school year. It was also ranked 118th the year before.
As of 2024, Georgia has an average student-to-teacher ratio of approximately 15:1, which is better than the national average of 16:1. The state has its best student-to-teacher ratio of 14:1 in pre-kindergarten and middle school grades, while high school has an average ratio of 17:1.
| School name | # of 1st Grade Students Enrolled | % of Student Body | Total Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Folkston Elementary School | 196 | 24.8% | 791 |
| St. George Elementary School | 62 | 17.4% | 357 |
| Bethune Middle School | 0 | 0% | 1,114 |
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