JACOB G. SMITH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Jacob G. Smith Elementary School is a public elementary school that is part of the Savannah-Chatham County school district, located in Savannah, GA with about 505 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 39 teachers, Jacob G. Smith Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

Jacob G. Smith Elementary School, located in Savannah, Georgia, is a public school within the Savannah-Chatham County Public School System. It serves a diverse student population and is well-regarded for its commitment to academic growth and community involvement. The school focuses on building a strong foundational education for students in pre-kindergarten through fifth grade, emphasizing literacy, mathematics, and social-emotional development.

Beyond the standard curriculum, Jacob G. Smith is known for fostering a supportive learning environment that encourages parent and community participation. The school often utilizes its location in the Ardsley Park area to engage students in local enrichment opportunities. With a dedicated staff and a structured approach to student achievement, the school strives to prepare its young learners for success in middle school and beyond while maintaining a culture of inclusivity and school pride.

For more information, contact Jacob G. Smith Elementary School at (912) 395-6530 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

210 Lamara Dr
Savannah, GA 31405
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JACOB G. SMITH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Savannah, GA with about 505 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Georgia

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
505
Teachers:
39.5
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
Not a Title I school
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 505 students

Black or African American
45.7%
White
44.0%
Two or more races
4.6%
Hispanic/Latino
4.2%
Asian
1.4%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.2%

Female
49.1%
Male
50.9%

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.