Serving 584 students in grades 6-8, Oglethorpe Charter School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 13% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower 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 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 584 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤1% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Oglethorpe Charter School's student population of 584 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
584 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Year Founded
1999
School Calendar
School Rankings
Oglethorpe Charter School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oglethorpe Charter 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
#1875 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤1%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
5%
19%
Black
85%
36%
White
6%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Oglethorpe Charter School's ranking?
Oglethorpe Charter School is ranked #1875 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Oglethorpe Charter School often compared to?
Oglethorpe Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like The Stem Academy At Bartlett by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Oglethorpe Charter School?
584 students attend Oglethorpe Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Oglethorpe Charter School students are Black, 6% of students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oglethorpe Charter School?
Oglethorpe Charter School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Oglethorpe Charter School offer ?
Oglethorpe Charter School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Oglethorpe Charter School part of?
Oglethorpe Charter School is part of Savannah-Chatham County School District.
In what neighborhood is Oglethorpe Charter School located?
Oglethorpe Charter School is located in the Bacon Park Area And Sandfly neighborhood of Savannah, GA.
School Reviews
5 2/16/2023
OCS is a great school.
5 2/16/2023
Love it there.
5 2/16/2023
I love the teachers and staff.
5 9/3/2020
This school is one of the best in Georgia. Everybody is treated with respect and willing to learn.
5 6/22/2015
If you are a student at OCS, you should know that you can speak to most teachers, our counseling options are great, AND you can always complete a "blue sheet". Let us know, and we will fix the bullying issue. You may also join our student council or petition to be one of our student representatives to our governing board.
2 6/9/2015
Ocs is almost all africian americians. I am a student here. Im not sure if this school is a good school. Kids are always getting bullied, I find it funny that people like this school. Im not saying that this is a bad school, but I get bullied alot here. This school isnt the best. I know that other people say its great, thats only because the teachers put on a show for our guests. I wouldnt recomend this school.
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