BUTTON GWINNETT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Button Gwinnett Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Liberty County school district, located in Hinesville, GA with about 1,110 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 42 teachers, Button Gwinnett Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 26:1. 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.

Button Gwinnett Elementary School, located at 635 Taylor Road in Hinesville, Georgia, serves the educational needs of the local community as part of the Liberty County School System. The school is named in honor of Button Gwinnett, one of the Georgia signers of the Declaration of Independence. As a public institution, it provides a foundational academic environment for students in the primary grades, focusing on core curriculum standards while fostering personal and social development.

The school is deeply integrated into the Hinesville community, an area heavily influenced by the nearby Fort Stewart military installation. Consequently, the student body often reflects the diverse and transient nature of military families, with the school placing a strong emphasis on inclusivity, support systems, and a welcoming culture. Through its commitment to student achievement and community partnership, Button Gwinnett Elementary strives to prepare its young learners for success in their middle school years and beyond.

For more information, contact Button Gwinnett Elementary School at (912) 876-0146 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.