Pharr Elementary School
Principal: Dr. Shamarlas Allens
1500 North Road, Snellville, GA 30078
School Highlights
The following school highlights showcase how Pharr Elementary School is fulfilling Gwinnett County Public School's four strategic priorities of Empathy, Equity, Effectiveness, and Excellence. Visit the School Profile Dashboard to find more detailed data on our school.
- Pharr Elementary School was nationally recognized as a National Blue Ribbon School by the U.S. Department of Education. The highest honor awarded to schools across the country. This prestigious distinction acknowledges our sustained academic excellence and underscores the hard work, dedication, and high performance of our students, teachers, and leadership team. It reflects our unwavering commitment to nurturing a school culture where all students are challenged, supported, and inspired to succeed.
- Pharr Elementary School has earned recognition from U.S. News & World Report as one of Georgia’s Best Elementary Schools for two consecutive years. Ranking an impressive 93rd out of over 1,190 elementary schools statewide, Pharr stands as a pillar of academic distinction and instructional excellence. This acknowledgment affirms our school’s strong performance, dedicated staff, and high standards for student achievement and growth.
- Pharr Elementary School has been honored by the Georgia Department of Education as a Distinguished Title I School for two consecutive years. This elite recognition places us in the top 5% of all Title I elementary schools in Georgia for academic performance. It is a testament to the commitment of our educators, students, and families to achieve high standards and ensure equity in academic opportunity for all learners.
- Pharr Elementary School celebrates and cultivates a culture of exceptional, high-quality teaching and learning. Throughout the year, our educators actively engage in collaborative learning teams that promote innovation, best practices, and instructional excellence. Our dedicated teacher leaders go above and beyond by presenting at faculty meetings, leading schoolwide and cluster-based professional development sessions, and championing numerous student-focused initiatives and extracurricular clubs. Their leadership empowers students and staff alike to thrive in a vibrant, achievement-driven environment.
- Pharr Elementary received the Silver Award for student academic growth from the Governor’s Office of Student Achievement. This award highlights the substantial academic gains our students have made over the past three years, reinforcing our school's focus on personalized instruction, high expectations, and continuous improvement. It demonstrates the effectiveness of our instructional strategies and the resilience and dedication of our entire school community.
- Pharr Elementary’s Play 2 Learn staff has forged a powerful and purposeful partnership with Kids 'R' Kids Learning Academy Day Care Center. This collaboration ensures a smooth and supportive transition for pre-kindergarten children entering our school. Through intentional alignment, joint planning, and shared commitment to early childhood readiness, our Play 2 Learn team lays a solid educational foundation, equipping our youngest learners with the skills and confidence needed to succeed in kindergarten and beyond.
- Our cafeteria at Pharr Elementary consistently earns a perfect 100% score on both the Fall and Spring Health Inspections. This outstanding achievement reflects our unwavering commitment to student health and safety. Additionally, our custodial team plays a vital role in maintaining an inviting, safe, and clean learning environment earning high marks on all facility inspections. Their dedication ensures that every student and staff member benefits from a well-kept, nurturing school space.
- Pharr Elementary School offers a wide range of afterschool programs designed to enrich the student experience beyond the classroom. These extracurricular activities provide students with meaningful opportunities to explore interests, develop talents, and build essential social-emotional skills. From academic clubs and arts enrichment to athletic activities and leadership groups, our afterschool programs support the whole child and contribute to a vibrant, well-rounded school culture.