Esther F. Garrison School Of Visual And Performing

649 W JONES ST SAVANNAH GA 31401

Top 10% School in Georgia

Ranked 14 of 144 in Georgia

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About Esther F. Garrison School Of Visual And Performing

The Esther F. Garrison School of Visual and Performing Arts is unlike any other Elementary School in Georgia because we pair exceptional academics with a nationally recognized fine arts program. We serve grades Pre-K through 8 and our Garrison students achieved 50% proficiency in math and 62% proficiency in reading far exceeding district performance levels. In addition to the academic success, Garrison also has received awards such as Georgia School of Excellence and National PTA Excellence Award. Families choose Garrison not only because of the strong test scores, but also because we offer a distinctive experience in music, dance, theater and visual arts. Not only do we have high levels of academic achievement at Garrison, we also have a stellar arts program, which makes us one of the more innovative and successful Elementary Schools in Georgia!

Contact Information

Address

649 W JONES ST SAVANNAH GA 31401

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Phone

(912) 395-5975

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 65%
Reading 65%
State average proficiency is 65% in Math and 65% in Reading.
65
Full-time Teachers
766
Total Students
$63053
Avg. Teacher Salary

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TOP 14 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Esther F. Garrison School Of Visual And Performing

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
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Hands-on with real robots
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Led by competition winners
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STEM career pathways

School Ratings

Ranked

14

of 144 in Georgia

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 7:40 AM - 3:15 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:25 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 30.8%
Asian 3.5%
Hispanic 8.7%
Black 47.8%
Two+ Races 8.7%
Native Am. 0.1%
White
30.8%
Asian
3.5%
Hispanic
8.7%
Black
47.8%
Two+ Races
8.7%
Native Am.
0.1%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 766
64.1%
491 Female
35.9%
275 Male

Student Population

766 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 11.96291 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Remarkable Alumni

Being Updated

Latest News

Esther F. Garrison School for the Arts started getting ready for the 2025-2026 school year on August 4. They also just started a Music Tech Club. It had its first get-together with DJ Ash as a special guest, so things are off to a great start.

FAQ

Q1: So, what is taught at Esther F. Garrison School?

A: They teach the regular Georgia school stuff that children must learn; however, art is the main focus. Children receive a good education and can also express themselves creatively.

Q2: Are there any before or after-school activities for students?

A: Yes! They have homework clubs and many activities to keep children engaged after school, from creative art activities to performance acts.

Q3: What is the school like? Is there enough room?

A: The facilities include art studios, performance venues, a library, a gym, and an outdoor play ground area. All of the facilities are safe, and they have put in place security measures that make the school a good learning environment.

Q4: How can parents help?

A: Parents can get involved in performances,shows, classroom and school-wide events. It is a good way to support students and get ideas of their capabilities.

Q5: Does Esther F. Garrison teach science, technology, engineering and mathematics?

A: Even as an arts school, they have STEM programs that teach children problem solving, technology and creative thinking skills across all subjects.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

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The Mona Lisa Vanishes

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Frindle

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The Wild Robot

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James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

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The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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