ESTHER F. GARRISON SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS

Esther F. Garrison School for the Arts is a public elementary school that is part of the Savannah-Chatham County school district, located in Savannah, GA with about 768 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 61 teachers, Esther F. Garrison School for the Arts 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.

Esther F. Garrison School for the Arts, located in the historic district of Savannah, Georgia, is a prestigious magnet school serving students in grades K-8. It is widely recognized for its rigorous academic standards and its specialized focus on integrating the arts into the core curriculum. The school provides students with a unique educational environment where they can explore various artistic disciplines—including visual arts, dance, drama, and music—alongside a traditional, high-performing academic program.

Beyond its artistic offerings, Garrison is noted for its commitment to cultivating creativity, critical thinking, and a sense of community among its diverse student body. Because it is a magnet school, it attracts families from across the Savannah-Chatham County Public School System who are seeking an enriched learning experience. By fostering an atmosphere where students are encouraged to express themselves through both academic and creative outlets, the school prepares its graduates for success in competitive high school programs and beyond.

For more information, contact Esther F. Garrison School for the Arts at (912) 395-5975 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

649 W Jones St
Savannah, GA 31401
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ESTHER F. GARRISON SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS is a public school in Savannah, GA with about 768 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Georgia

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
768
Teachers:
61.4
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
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th 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 768 students

Black or African American
44.5%
White
38.9%
Two or more races
8.6%
Hispanic/Latino
4.9%
Asian
2.7%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.1%

Female
63.8%
Male
36.2%

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.