Public Education
Three public schools can be found within Garden City limits. They are managed by the Savannah Chatham County Public School System.
| School | Location | Year Established | Number of Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garden City Elementary School | 4037 Kessler Avenue | 1996 | 575 |
| George A. Mercer Middle School | 201 Rommel Avenue | 1962 | 880 |
| Robert W. Groves High School | 100 Priscilla D. Thomas Way | 1958 | 1,454 |
Groves High School- Long known as “the pride of the Westside,” Groves High School has a rich community tradition that dates back to its founding in 1958. Established to serve the young people and families of West Chatham County, the school is named for Robert W. Groves, a prominent business and civic leader in the county. Besides his powerful role in business and his many commercial and community activities, Groves took particular concern for the youth of the area and their educational needs.
Groves High School is home of the Fighting Scottish Rebels football and basketball teams. Campus points of interest include the Woodville-Tompkins Annex, where the automotive and construction programs are offered, and the Cumming Field, named to honor Second Lieutenant Britt C. Cumming a World War II veteran who was killed in action.
Mercer Middle School- Mercer Middle School serves grades 6th through 8th and is a part of the Savannah Chatham County School System (SCCPSS). Originally called Mercer Junior High School, Mercer Middle School first opened on September 4, 1962 and was the first climate controlled school in Georgia. Mercer was named for George Anderson Mercer, an attorney who served as the president of the Board of Education from 1883 until his death in 1907.
Garden City Elementary School- Garden City Elementary School was built to serve the consolidated student population of the former Benjamin Sprague and Martin G. Haynes elementary schools.
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