EAST GARNER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

East Garner Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Wake County Schools school district, located in Garner, NC with about 649 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 43 teachers, East Garner Elementary 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.

East Garner Elementary School, located on Jones Sausage Road in Garner, North Carolina, is a key part of the Wake County Public School System (WCPSS). The school serves a diverse student population, fostering an environment centered on academic growth, character development, and community engagement. As a public institution, it follows the comprehensive curriculum standards set by the state of North Carolina, aiming to prepare students with the foundational skills necessary for their future educational journeys.

The school places a strong emphasis on creating a supportive atmosphere where students are encouraged to achieve their personal best. Through various programs, extracurricular opportunities, and a focus on social-emotional learning, East Garner Elementary strives to partner with local families to cultivate a collaborative and inclusive school culture. For those seeking detailed information on registration, school calendars, or specific academic initiatives, the school maintains an active presence within the WCPSS network, serving as a primary resource for the local Garner community.

For more information, contact East Garner Elementary at (919) 773-7411 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

5545 Jones Sausage Road
Garner, NC 27529
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EAST GARNER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Garner, NC with about 649 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in North Carolina

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
649
Teachers:
43.39
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the 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.

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School Demographics for 649 students

Black or African American
55.5%
Hispanic/Latino
32.2%
White
7.4%
Two or more races
2.6%
Asian
1.2%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.6%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.5%

Female
47.9%
Male
52.1%

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.