George C Simkins Jr Elementary
612 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 5th
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.
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
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 39 |
| Hispanic | 106 |
| Black | 409 |
| Asian | 28 |
| Two or More | 27 |
| American Indian | 3 |
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Black409 (66.8 %)
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Hispanic106 (17.3 %)
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White39 (6.4 %)
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Asian28 (4.6 %)
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Two or More27 (4.4 %)
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American Indian3 (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
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Pre-Kindergarten | 23 |
| Kindergarten | 99 |
| Grade 1 | 107 |
| Grade 2 | 82 |
| Grade 3 | 96 |
| Grade 4 | 110 |
| Grade 5 | 95 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 291 | 47.5% |
| Male | 321 | 52.5% |
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