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.
588
Total Students
33.3
Full-Time Teachers
17.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
99.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for George C Simkins Jr Elementary
Demographic Student Count
White33
Hispanic121
Black378
Asian27
Two or More25
American Indian4
  • Black
    378 (64.3%)
  • Hispanic
    121 (20.6%)
  • White
    33 (5.6%)
  • Asian
    27 (4.6%)
  • Two or More
    25 (4.3%)
  • American Indian
    4 (0.7%)
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: 588
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 33.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 17.7
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 585
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 26
Kindergarten 93
Grade 1 78
Grade 2 104
Grade 3 99
Grade 4 93
Grade 5 95

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for George C Simkins Jr Elementary
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten26
Kindergarten93
Grade 178
Grade 2104
Grade 399
Grade 493
Grade 595
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for George C Simkins Jr Elementary
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female29349.8%
Male29550.2%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)