Garrison Mill Elementary School serves 677 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
Garrison Mill Elementary School placed in the top 5% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 5%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 36%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 677 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Garrison Mill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Garrison Mill Elementary School's student population of 677 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
677 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Garrison Mill Elementary School is ranked within the top 5% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Garrison Mill Elementary School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#97 out of 2168 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
8%
18%
Black
7%
36%
White
74%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Garrison Mill Elementary School's ranking?
Garrison Mill Elementary School is ranked #97 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend Garrison Mill Elementary School?
677 students attend Garrison Mill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Garrison Mill Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Garrison Mill Elementary School?
Garrison Mill Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Garrison Mill Elementary School offer ?
Garrison Mill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Garrison Mill Elementary School part of?
Garrison Mill Elementary School is part of Cobb County School District.
School Calendar
View the Garrison Mill Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Spring Break
April 01, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break
April 02, 2024 (Tuesday)
Spring Break
April 03, 2024 (Wednesday)
Spring Break
April 04, 2024 (Thursday)
Spring Break
April 05, 2024 (Friday)
School Reviews
5 4/6/2019
I have been surprised by the high quality of teachers at Garrison Mill. We have zero complaints and feel unbelievable lucky to have had our daughter attend this school.
5 1/17/2018
This is a great school. I have experienced good relationships between teachers and parents.The school has done wonders for by special needs children.There is a great variety of clubs after school.Surprised at the negative reviews here. Many parents move to this area for the school.
5 8/2/2017
Scores speak for themselves
2 6/10/2017
I had other children go through this school years ago. I enrolled my youngest, this will be our last year attending here and I'm glad.
2 2/26/2016
26 students in my son's 3rd grade class. 25 in my daughter's 4th grade class. The school is not STEM certified and does not teach a foreign language.
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