MCGARITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

McGarity Elementary School is a public elementary school that is part of the Paulding County school district, located in Hiram, GA with about 575 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 38 teachers, McGarity Elementary School 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.

McGarity Elementary School, located in Hiram, Georgia, serves students in the Paulding County School District. As a public elementary institution, it focuses on providing a foundational education for children in the surrounding community, emphasizing academic development, social-emotional learning, and foundational literacy and numeracy skills. The school is known for its commitment to creating a safe and engaging learning environment, frequently leveraging both traditional classroom instruction and various extracurricular activities to foster student growth.

The school is deeply integrated into the Hiram community, maintaining a focus on strong parent-teacher collaboration and community involvement to support student achievement. Like many schools in the Paulding County system, McGarity Elementary places a significant emphasis on meeting Georgia’s state academic standards while promoting a positive school culture. By utilizing data-driven instruction and prioritizing student wellness, the school aims to prepare its young learners for successful transitions into middle school and beyond.

For more information, contact McGarity Elementary School at (770) 445-9007 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.