WILLIAM M. MCGARRAH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

William M. McGarrah Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Clayton County school district, located in Morrow, GA with about 747 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 46 teachers, William M. McGarrah Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

William M. McGarrah Elementary School, located on Lake Harbin Road in Morrow, Georgia, is a public school serving the Clayton County Public Schools district. The school is committed to providing a foundational education for students in the suburban community of Morrow, focusing on core academic development, social-emotional learning, and preparing young learners for success in middle school and beyond. As part of a diverse school district, McGarrah Elementary places a strong emphasis on inclusive practices and meeting the varied educational needs of its student population.

The school environment at McGarrah Elementary is centered on cultivating a supportive atmosphere where students are encouraged to engage with their peers and teachers in a structured learning setting. Beyond traditional classroom instruction, the school typically participates in district-wide initiatives designed to improve literacy and numeracy skills while fostering a sense of community pride. By focusing on both academic rigor and character building, the school strives to empower its students to become productive members of the Morrow community and the broader Clayton County area.

For more information, contact William M. McGarrah Elementary School at (770) 968-2910 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.