Serving 770 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 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 770 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Esther F. Garrison School of Visual and Performing covers the entire district in Savannah, GA, encompassing approximately 632.3 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 25.3 miles away.
- 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
School Overview
Esther F. Garrison School For The Arts's student population of 770 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
770 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
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 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#322 out of 2192 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
51%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
25%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.4%
26.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
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?
770 students attend Esther F. Garrison School For The Arts.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Esther F. Garrison School For The Arts students are Black, 25% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 10% 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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