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Garrison-pilcher Elementary School

277 Hall Rd
Thomasville, GA 31757
(School attendance zone shown in map)
Garrison-pilcher Elementary School serves 811 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 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 1-2
  • Enrollment: 811 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 48%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Garrison-pilcher Elementary School's student population of 811 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-2
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
811 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
'Excellence in Education'

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.
This School
State Level (GA)
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
8%
19%
Black
36%
36%
White
52%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.60
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
59%
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are Garrison-pilcher Elementary School often compared to?
Garrison-pilcher Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cross Creek Elementary School, Jerger Elementary School, Pine Grove Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Garrison-pilcher Elementary School?
811 students attend Garrison-pilcher Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Garrison-pilcher Elementary School students are White, 36% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 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 (No virtual instruction).
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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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 1-2
  • Enrollment: 811 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 48%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education

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