HAMILTON E. HOLMES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Hamilton E. Holmes Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Fulton County school district, located in East Point, GA with about 710 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 47 teachers, Hamilton E. Holmes Elementary 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.

Hamilton E. Holmes Elementary School, located in East Point, Georgia, is a public school serving students in the Fulton County School District. Named in honor of Dr. Hamilton E. Holmes—one of the first two African American students to enroll at and graduate from the University of Georgia—the school operates with a commitment to academic excellence and character development. The school serves a diverse student population, providing a foundational learning environment that emphasizes literacy, mathematics, and social-emotional growth to prepare students for success in middle school and beyond.

As part of the Fulton County system, Hamilton E. Holmes focuses on fostering a supportive community atmosphere where staff, parents, and local partners collaborate to enhance the student experience. The school offers various programs designed to meet the diverse needs of its learners, often incorporating technology-integrated instruction and extracurricular opportunities. By prioritizing both rigorous curriculum standards and a welcoming school culture, the institution strives to empower its young students to become productive, engaged citizens within the broader East Point community.

For more information, contact Hamilton E. Holmes Elementary at (470) 254-3092 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.