Garrison Mill Elementary School
Marietta, GA 30062
Phone: (770) 642-5600
Fax: (770) 642-5602
District: Cobb County School District
GreatSchools Rating
public • Grades PK,KG,1,2,3,4,5 • 638 students
Garrison Mill Elementary School, a public school located in Marietta, GA, serves grades PK-5 in the Cobb County School District.It has received a GreatSchools Rating of 8 out of 10, based on a variety of school quality measures.
Garrison Mill Elementary School is a public school located in Marietta, GA. 638 students attend Garrison Mill Elementary School.
School Ratings
| Category | Rating | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Test Scores | 9/10 | The Test Score Rating examines how students at this school performed on standardized tests compared with other schools in the state. The Test Rating was created using 2025 Georgia Milestones End-of-Course (EOC) Assessment data from Georgia Governor's Office of Student Achievement, and using 2025 Georgia Milestones End-of-Grade (EOG) Assessment data from Georgia Governor's Office of Student Achievement. |
| Student Growth | 6/10 | The Student Progress Rating measures whether students at this school are making academic progress over time based on student growth data provided by the Department of Education. Specifically, this rating looks at how much progress individual students have made on state assessments during the past year or more, how this performance aligns with expected progress based on a student growth model established by the state Department of Education, and how this school's growth data compares to other schools in the state. The Growth Rating was created using 2025 Student growth data from Georgia Governor's Office of Student Achievement. |
Posted: April 20, 2026
GME is a wonderful school with a great community feel. There is a dedicated STEM lab instructor which allows the students to fully engage in STEM based activities outside their homeroom. There is also a school garden that allows teachers and students a quiet place to connect with nature while providing an outdoor classroom to observe the plant lifecycle, experience different fruits and vegetables and so many other things. Additionally, there is a nature trail on the school property with seating areas that also allow for outdoor learning.
The teachers and staff are committed to seeing their students succeed and working with them to ensure they have every opportunity to do so. Communication from the teachers and administration is frequent and thorough.
In addition to the county run ASP, the school offers a number of after school clubs covering a variety of interests. There are also many community building events held at the school throughout the year that further engage parents, students and families.
Overall it is a fantastic school and community.
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Posted: August 11, 2020
This school is an awesome wonderful school that I my kids have and Experian with. Principal teachers and staffs are greats to work around the students. we're so lucky to moved our kids to this wonder school.
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Posted: August 23, 2018
Our Principal and Vice Prinipal make a great team. Very involved and visible as well as approachable.
Posted: August 23, 2018
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Posted: August 23, 2018
This school is one of the best! So very happy my children got their academic start here.
Posted: August 23, 2018
Now on my fourth child going through this wonderful school! She is a first grader. Have always get they adjust the work load appropriately to the grade.
Posted: August 23, 2018
I feel that all the teachers and staff work towards the common goal to make our children successful no matter what their learning style is.
Posted: August 23, 2018
Posted: July 2, 2018
My son comes home everyday with home work & projects on the weekend I love it
Posted: July 2, 2018
The teachers take care of the students very helpful daily report everyday. If You dont understand something they will happily help the parents
Posted: July 2, 2018
Posted: July 2, 2018
Very interactive principal Giesler always keep parents up to date every Sunday with a phone call
Posted: July 2, 2018
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Posted: July 2, 2018
I love this school its the only reason why we wont move our son started here with special need pre-k we saw a huge difference in a month with him then he spent kindergarten in the Autism Classroom which most schools dont have he improved so much 1st grade he was moved into non Autism classroom because of improvement from the year before. Really cant wait to send our other two children here this August!
Posted: August 17, 2016
Great school!! But they need to do better when it comes to organizing 5th grade graduation ceremony. Because last year ceremony (2,016) was a joke a total disappointment, the kids didn't even get a diploma or some type of certificate at least saying that they passed 5th grade. The only good thing that day was the food, so thanks for that. But besides the bad graduation, everything is great with this school and I love how they don't like to leave any kid behind. Great teachers, and the principal is a very polite and humble person.
Posted: August 17, 2016
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Posted: September 11, 2015
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Posted: September 11, 2015
We moved from another part of the state to be part of Garrison Mill, the year before our first child entered Kindergarten. This is our 4th year there, with two students now enrolled. I cant imagine a better early school experience for our entire family. All staff members, from the administration, to our bus driver, to our teachers, consistently exceed our expectations. I am amazed at what our children learn there. The students and parents are, as a group, inclusive, kind, and involved. We made the right choice 4 years ago, and we look forward to future years at Garrison Mill.
Posted: July 27, 2014
Our 2 daughters are at Garrison Mill and we couldn't be more thrilled with the school. The faculty and administration are top notch and are very accessible. Parent participation is strong as well as the educational foundation and PTA.
Posted: May 1, 2014
We chose to live in this part of town for the schools and we're glad we did! We moved here this year from out of state, from a district that had a reputation for being very competitive, but Garrison Mill has far exceeded our previous school. We had been told that Garrison Mill was one of the best schools in Cobb, and we have been very impressed. Kids have to work hard, but we have seen our children blossom in this environment. They have a large number of parent volunteers and a highly active PTA, as well as great programs in arts and music.
Posted: October 19, 2013
With three grandchildren successfully attending and enjoying their participation in the programs at this school, I can confidently state my satisfaction the excellent way in which the business of educating children is handled at this school.
Posted: March 25, 2012
Very involved parent community with committed leadership. However, this school encourages redshirting, which I completely disagree with.
Posted: November 1, 2011
We came from a private school in Atlanta and Garrison Mill is a public/private school. We have had an amazing year so far and the teachers are wonderful. The new principal is truly the best! It is a wonderful school.
Posted: February 14, 2010
amazing.I learn so much here and im always accepted to everything1 Plus the teachers are so nice to me.
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| 1 | Heritage Farms | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Marietta | GA | 3.9 mi | |
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