GRAVES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Graves Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Gwinnett County school district, located in Norcross, GA with about 1,298 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 93 teachers, Graves Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

Graves Elementary School, located on Graves Road in Norcross, Georgia, is a public school serving a diverse student body within the Gwinnett County Public School System. The school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, character development, and student engagement. By leveraging a variety of instructional strategies and extracurricular opportunities, the school aims to prepare its diverse population of young learners for success in middle school and beyond.

As a cornerstone of the Norcross community, Graves Elementary prioritizes the partnership between educators, families, and the surrounding neighborhood. The school’s curriculum is designed to meet the rigorous standards of the Georgia Department of Education while integrating support systems to help students navigate challenges and celebrate their unique backgrounds. Through a focus on literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional learning, the school strives to create an inclusive atmosphere where every student is encouraged to achieve their full potential.

For more information, contact Graves Elementary School at (770) 326-8000 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.