MATILDA HARRIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Matilda Harris Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Camden County school district, located in Kingsland, GA with about 599 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 35 teachers, Matilda Harris Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.
Matilda Harris Elementary School, located at 1100 Lakes Blvd in Kingsland, Georgia, serves as a prominent educational institution within the Camden County School District. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment for young students, emphasizing both academic excellence and character development. As a cornerstone of the Kingsland community, the school focuses on providing a comprehensive curriculum that prepares students for success in their future academic endeavors while promoting social-emotional growth in a nurturing setting.
The school is well-regarded for its commitment to student engagement and community involvement, often acting as a hub for local families. With a focus on foundational skills, Matilda Harris Elementary utilizes modern instructional practices to address the diverse needs of its student body. By prioritizing collaborative learning and maintaining a strong partnership between educators, parents, and the community, the school strives to create an inclusive atmosphere where every child is encouraged to reach their full potential.
For more information, contact Matilda Harris Elementary School at (912) 729-2940 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Kingsland, GA 31548
(912) 729-2940
MATILDA HARRIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Kingsland, GA with about 599 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Georgia
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Camden County
- Total Students:
- 599
- Teachers:
- 35
- 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 school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* 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.
School Demographics for 599 students
- White
- 57.1%
- Black or African American
- 22.2%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 9.3%
- Two or more races
- 9.0%
- Asian
- 1.8%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.3%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.2%
- Female
- 48.1%
- Male
- 51.9%
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.