Serving 776 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Esther F. Garrison School For The Arts ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 776 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Esther F. Garrison School For The Arts ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Esther F. Garrison School For The Arts's student population of 776 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
776 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
School Rankings
Esther F. Garrison School For The Arts ranks within the top 20% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Esther F. Garrison School For The Arts is 0.67, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#322 out of 2192 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
10%
19%
Black
49%
36%
White
28%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Esther F. Garrison School For The Arts's ranking?
Esther F. Garrison School For The Arts is ranked #322 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Esther F. Garrison School For The Arts often compared to?
Esther F. Garrison School For The Artsis often viewed alongside schools like Jacob G. Smith Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Esther F. Garrison School For The Arts?
776 students attend Esther F. Garrison School For The Arts.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Esther F. Garrison School For The Arts students are Black, 28% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Esther F. Garrison School For The Arts?
Esther F. Garrison School For The Arts has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Esther F. Garrison School For The Arts offer ?
Esther F. Garrison School For The Arts offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Esther F. Garrison School For The Arts part of?
Esther F. Garrison School For The Arts is part of Savannah-Chatham County School District.
In what neighborhood is Esther F. Garrison School For The Arts located?
Esther F. Garrison School For The Arts is located in the Kayton And Frazier Area neighborhood of Savannah, GA.
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