Garrison-pilcher Elementary School serves 781 students in grades 1-2.
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 1-2
- Enrollment: 781 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Garrison-pilcher Elementary School's student population of 781 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 1-2
Total Students
781 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Garrison-pilcher Elementary School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
7%
18%
Black
32%
36%
White
54%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Garrison-pilcher Elementary School often compared to?
Garrison-pilcher Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jerger Elementary School, Pine Grove Elementary School, Cross Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Garrison-pilcher Elementary School?
781 students attend Garrison-pilcher Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Garrison-pilcher Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Garrison-pilcher Elementary School?
Garrison-pilcher Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Garrison-pilcher Elementary School offer ?
Garrison-pilcher Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-2
What school district is Garrison-pilcher Elementary School part of?
Garrison-pilcher Elementary School is part of Thomas County School District.
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