- Oglethorpe Point Elementary School — 4.3 mi · Grades PK–5 · 486 students
- St. Simons Elementary School — 6.8 mi · Grades PK–5 · 462 students
- Altama Elementary School — 10.1 mi · Grades PK–5 · 672 students
- Goodyear Elementary School — 10.1 mi · Grades PK–5 · 515 students
- Greer Elementary School — 10.3 mi · Grades PK–5 · 599 students
- Needwood Middle School — 10.4 mi · Grades 6–8 · 736 students
- Brunswick High School — 10.7 mi · Grades 9–12 · 1,951 students
- Burroughs-Molette Elementary School — 11.1 mi · Grades PK–5 · 546 students
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| Metric | Glynn County School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 12,844 | 3,544 | ↑ Larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 17 | 7 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $15,539/yr | $17,619/yr | ↓ 12% below avg |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 8/10 — Good | — | Above average |
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Ranked against 219 rated districts in GA → 71st percentile → 8/10.
Source: Georgia Dept. of Education Milestones EOG, grades 3–8 ELA & Math, 2024–25 school year. Full methodology →
About Glynn County School District
Zip code 31561 in Glynn, Georgia is served by Glynn County School District for public school enrollment. The district covers grades Pre-K – 12th. This page provides a data-driven overview of Glynn County School District’s funding levels, size, rating, and what families should know before enrolling or making a housing decision in this area.
Understanding the 8/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Glynn County School District 8 out of 10 — above average among Georgia public school districts. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in Georgia’s Milestones EOG grades 3–8 ELA & Math assessments (2024–25 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because Georgia is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Glynn County School District earns an above-average rating, with reading and math proficiency rates stronger than most other districts in Georgia. Above-average districts generally show solid and consistent academic results across their schools. Families considering this area will find a district with meaningful academic strengths. Research the specific schools assigned to your address — even above-average districts have variation between individual buildings.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 31561
Children in zip code 31561 are assigned to Glynn County School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 31561, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Glynn County School District at (912)267-4100 or visit the district’s official website. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Georgia districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Sea Island
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Glynn County School District serves zip code 31561, homes in and around zip code 31561 often carry a measurable premium over comparable properties in adjacent lower-rated districts. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Georgia, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Glynn County School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 31561.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments and phone numbers are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring; per-pupil spending comes from the US Census Bureau's Annual Survey of School System Finances, released about two years after the fiscal year it covers. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Glynn County School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 31561 data.