Summary:
Zip code 31328 is home to a single elementary school, Tybee Island Maritime Academy School, a K-8 institution serving 432 students on Tybee Island within the Savannah-Chatham County district.
Tybee Island Maritime Academy is a standout performer, consistently ranking in the 85th percentile or higher statewide over the past three years and climbing from 259th to 164th place among Georgia elementary schools. The school outperforms both district and state averages in every subject and grade level tested, often by 15 to 30 percentage points. Its most impressive results include a perfect 100% proficiency rate on the Algebra I End of Course exam for two consecutive years—compared to a state average of roughly 45-48%—and 8th grade science proficiency at 60.5%, which is more than double the state average of 29.7%. The school also maintains a low chronic absenteeism rate of 9.8% versus the state's 17.7%, and a favorable 12.5:1 student-to-teacher ratio.
While the school excels overall, parents should note a "middle school dip" pattern: math proficiency drops from 80.8% in 4th grade to 54.2% in 6th grade before rebounding to 67.4% in 8th grade. However, the school showed strong year-over-year gains in 5th grade math (+10.8 points), 6th grade math (+10.2 points), and 8th grade social studies (+15.8 points). With 33.1% of students qualifying for free/reduced lunch—well below district norms—and per-student spending of $15,748, the school combines favorable learning conditions with effective resource deployment. For parents considering this area, Tybee Island Maritime Academy offers a clear track record of academic excellence and continuous improvement, making it a compelling choice despite being the only school option in this zip code.
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