SHUMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Shuman Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Savannah-Chatham County school district, located in Savannah, GA with about 749 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 51 teachers, Shuman 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.

Shuman Elementary School, located in the Live Oak neighborhood of Savannah, Georgia, serves students in the Savannah-Chatham County Public School System. As a community-focused institution, the school is dedicated to providing a foundational education that emphasizes both academic growth and social-emotional development. The school strives to foster an inclusive learning environment where students are encouraged to achieve their potential through a structured curriculum and collaborative engagement with families and the surrounding neighborhood.

In addition to its core academic programs, Shuman Elementary places a strong emphasis on preparing students for future success through targeted instruction and consistent support systems. The school often participates in district-wide initiatives aimed at literacy and numeracy improvement, reflecting its commitment to meeting state educational standards. By maintaining a presence on Goebel Avenue, the school acts as a key anchor in the community, working to bridge the gap between classroom instruction and real-world application for its diverse student body.

For more information, contact Shuman Elementary School at (912) 395-4500 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.