PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Park Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Harris County school district, located in Hamilton, GA with about 495 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 4th Grade. 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 38 teachers, Park 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.

Park Elementary School, located at 13185 US Highway 27 N in Hamilton, Georgia, is a primary educational institution serving the Harris County community. As part of the Harris County School District, the school is dedicated to fostering an environment that balances academic rigor with the social and emotional development of its young learners. The school typically serves students in the early grade levels, focusing on building a strong foundation in core subjects such as reading, writing, and mathematics, while encouraging curiosity and a lifelong love of learning.

Beyond the classroom, Park Elementary is known for its role as a community hub in Hamilton. The school places a significant emphasis on creating a supportive atmosphere where parents and teachers collaborate to ensure student success. By utilizing a curriculum aligned with state standards and integrating technology into daily lessons, the school strives to prepare its students for their future academic transitions. With its rural setting and commitment to local values, Park Elementary remains a central pillar of the Harris County school system.

For more information, contact Park Elementary School at (706) 628-4997 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

13185 US Highway 27 N
Hamilton, GA 31811
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PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Hamilton, GA with about 495 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Georgia

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Harris County
Total Students:
495
Teachers:
38.8
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 495 students

White
60.2%
Black or African American
30.7%
Two or more races
4.4%
Hispanic/Latino
4.2%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.4%

Female
45.9%
Male
54.1%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.