School Overview
George C. Simkins, Jr. Elementary School is a public elementary school located in Greensboro, North Carolina, operating under the Guilford County Schools district. Named in honor of Dr. George C. Simkins, Jr., a prominent local civil rights leader and dentist who fought to desegregate public facilities, the school serves a diverse student population in the southeastern part of the city. The institution is committed to providing a supportive academic environment that emphasizes foundational learning, character development, and student engagement to prepare children for their middle school years.

The school strives to be a pillar of the local community, fostering partnerships between educators, students, and families to enhance the overall educational experience. Through a variety of classroom instruction, extracurricular opportunities, and student support services, George C. Simkins, Jr. Elementary focuses on cultivating both the academic potential and personal growth of its students. By upholding the legacy of its namesake, the school encourages an atmosphere of equality, excellence, and community responsibility, aiming to equip all learners with the skills necessary to succeed in a changing world.
612
Total Students
41.4
Full-Time Teachers
14.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
95.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for George C Simkins Jr Elementary
Demographic Student Count
White39
Hispanic106
Black409
Asian28
Two or More27
American Indian3
  • Black
    409 (66.8 %)
  • Hispanic
    106 (17.3 %)
  • White
    39 (6.4 %)
  • Asian
    28 (4.6 %)
  • Two or More
    27 (4.4 %)
  • American Indian
    3 (0.5 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Guilford County Schools
Phone: (336)697-3070
Website: http://www.edlinesites.net/pages/George_C_Simkins_Elementary
Grade Range: Pre-K - 5th
Total Students: 612
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 41.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 585
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 23
Kindergarten 99
Grade 1 107
Grade 2 82
Grade 3 96
Grade 4 110
Grade 5 95

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for George C Simkins Jr Elementary
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten23
Kindergarten99
Grade 1107
Grade 282
Grade 396
Grade 4110
Grade 595
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for George C Simkins Jr Elementary
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female29147.5%
Male32152.5%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)