GARRETT MORGAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Garrett Morgan Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Fayette County school district, located in Lexington, KY with about 724 students offering grade levels from 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 44 teachers, Garrett Morgan Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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 Morgan Elementary, located in the rapidly growing Eastside area of Lexington, Kentucky, is a modern educational facility serving the Fayette County Public Schools district. Opened to accommodate the increasing residential development in the 40509 zip code, the school is named in honor of Garrett Augustus Morgan, the prolific African American inventor and entrepreneur known for his contributions to traffic safety and respiratory protection. The school emphasizes a forward-thinking, inclusive learning environment, integrating technology and collaborative spaces to prepare students for the demands of the 21st century.

As part of the Fayette County school system, Garrett Morgan Elementary is deeply committed to academic excellence, social-emotional learning, and community engagement. The school’s architectural design reflects its mission to foster creativity, featuring open-concept spaces and a design intended to maximize natural light and student interaction. With a focus on the diverse needs of its student body, the staff works to cultivate a supportive culture that values innovation, equity, and strong partnerships with families to ensure each child reaches their full potential.

For more information, contact Garrett Morgan Elementary at (859) 381-4169 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.