WILKINSON GARDENS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Wilkinson Gardens Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Richmond County school district, located in Augusta, GA with about 590 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 32 teachers, Wilkinson Gardens Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.

Wilkinson Gardens Elementary School is a public school located in Augusta, Georgia, serving students within the Richmond County School System. The school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that focuses on foundational academics, including literacy, mathematics, and science. By emphasizing a rigorous curriculum, the school aims to prepare its diverse student body for middle school success while encouraging personal growth and the development of essential social skills.

In addition to its academic core, Wilkinson Gardens Elementary places a strong emphasis on community involvement and student engagement. The school frequently implements programs designed to bolster student achievement and social-emotional well-being, often utilizing partnerships with local organizations and parental involvement to create a holistic educational experience. Through a dedicated staff and a focus on equity and excellence, the school strives to provide its students with the resources and encouragement necessary to thrive both inside and outside the classroom.

For more information, contact Wilkinson Gardens Elementary School at (706) 737-7219 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1925 Kratha Dr
Augusta, GA 30906
Advertisement

WILKINSON GARDENS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Augusta, GA with about 590 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Georgia

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Richmond County
Total Students:
590
Teachers:
32.1
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (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
5th 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.

Advertisement

School Demographics for 590 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending WILKINSON GARDENS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly Black or African American, representing about 92% of the student body.

Black or African American
92.2%
Hispanic/Latino
3.2%
White
2.4%
Two or more races
2.2%

Female
50.2%
Male
49.8%

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.