GARRISON-JONES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

GARRISON-JONES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the PINELLAS school district, located in DUNEDIN, FL with about 661 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 45 teachers, GARRISON-JONES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

GARRISON-JONES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school located in Dunedin, Florida, serving students in the Pinellas County School District. As a neighborhood-focused institution, the school places a strong emphasis on fostering a supportive and collaborative learning environment. It is well-regarded for its commitment to academic excellence, utilizing a comprehensive curriculum designed to meet the diverse needs of its student body while encouraging critical thinking, creativity, and personal growth.

Beyond academics, Garrison-Jones is known for its active school community, which frequently involves parents and local stakeholders in various extracurricular programs and events. The school prioritizes a "whole-child" approach, integrating social-emotional learning with core subjects to ensure students develop both intellectually and characteristically. With a focus on preparing students for future success, the school strives to create a welcoming, safe, and engaging atmosphere that helps children transition effectively from their early elementary years through their final elementary grade.

For more information, contact GARRISON-JONES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (727) 469-5716 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

3133 GARRISON RD
DUNEDIN, FL 34698-9255
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GARRISON-JONES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in DUNEDIN, FL with about 661 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Florida

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
PINELLAS
Total Students:
661
Teachers:
45
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide eligible school-No program
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 661 students

White
66.4%
Hispanic/Latino
24.2%
Black or African American
3.3%
Two or more races
2.9%
Asian
2.7%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.5%

Female
45.1%
Male
54.9%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.