GARRETT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Garrett Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Richmond County school district, located in Augusta, GA with about 466 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th 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 27 teachers, Garrett Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.

Garrett Elementary School, located on Eisenhower Drive in Augusta, Georgia, is a public school serving students within the Richmond County School System. The school is committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive academic environment that focuses on foundational learning, literacy, and numeracy. By utilizing a curriculum aligned with Georgia state standards, Garrett Elementary aims to prepare its diverse student body for middle school transition while encouraging personal growth and social development.

Beyond core academic instruction, Garrett Elementary emphasizes the importance of community and student engagement. The school typically offers a variety of programs and extracurricular activities designed to enrich the educational experience and support the “whole child.” With a focus on home-school communication and collaborative partnerships, the school strives to provide a stable, goal-oriented atmosphere that empowers students to reach their full potential within the Augusta community.

For more information, contact Garrett Elementary School at (706) 737-7222 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.