LAMAR REESE SCHOOL OF THE ARTS

Lamar Reese School of the Arts is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Dougherty County school district, located in Albany, GA with about 511 students offering grade levels from 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 33 teachers, Lamar Reese School of the Arts has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

Lamar Reese School of the Arts, located on Lily Pond Road in Albany, Georgia, is a specialized public magnet school within the Dougherty County School System. Dedicated to integrating rigorous academics with comprehensive fine arts instruction, the school provides students with unique opportunities to explore disciplines such as music, dance, visual arts, and drama. By weaving creative expression into the daily curriculum, the school aims to foster both cognitive development and artistic proficiency, creating an environment where students can excel in their creative passions alongside their core subjects.

The school is recognized for its commitment to cultivating well-rounded learners who benefit from a structured, arts-enriched academic program. Serving the Albany community, Lamar Reese emphasizes the importance of discipline, collaboration, and self-expression, preparing its students for success both in future educational settings and in their extracurricular endeavors. Through its focus on performance and creative problem-solving, the institution remains a key center for students in the region who thrive in an atmosphere where traditional learning meets artistic exploration.

For more information, contact Lamar Reese School of the Arts at (229) 431-3495 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.