About the Lawrenceville, Snellville, Grayson and Loganville, Georgia Area
 

LOGANVILLE 

Loganville is Georgia's "Second Fastest Growing City". Located advantageously on the thoroughfare of Highway 78 between Atlanta and Athens, and Highway 20 between Lawrenceville and Conyers, Loganville finds itself growing and developing in many ways and from all directions. Residents have made it a priority to hold fast to the best of their historical heritage by maintaining the charm and gentility that typifies lovely southern towns. They are likewise meeting the challenges that growth and modernization demand by planning development and expansion. This thriving community combines the best of traditional southern heritage and the excitement of growth.  

LOCATION 

Loganville is a small community with a population of 5,435 (2002) and has a land area of 6 square miles. It is situated in both Gwinnett and Walton Counties, 35 miles northeast of metropolitan Atlanta on Highway 78. The nearest town with a population of over 50,000 is Sandy Springs (pop. 85,781) and is 33.0 miles away. Loganville is located on or near Highways 78, 10, 20, and 82 on the map. 

TRANSPORTATION/AIRPORTS 

There are three airports that serve Loganville and the surrounding areas. They are the William B. Hartsfield Atlanta Intl, about 39 miles away in Atlanta; Gaathens/Ben Epps 41 miles in Athens; and Dobbins Air Reserve Base in Marietta, approx 42 miles.  

BRIEF HISTORY 

In 1842 James Harvie Logan, a transplant from Tennessee, purchased 62.5 acres for $150, in the area that later became known as Loganville. James Logan was a farmer and shoemaker who built his home with his son, James Harvie Logan, Jr. Families and settlers were attracted to this location over the next few years and the population grew to 500. Logan moved to nearby Spaulding County at some point in his life, and was buried there at 93 years of age in 1895. Some of Logan’s descendants continue to live in and around the city first established by their ancestor.

First incorporated in the 1870’s, Loganville’s original perimeter extended a half-mile in every direction, fanning out from the Peace Courthouse. C.C. George became mayor of Loganville, and in 1898 the Loganville & Lawrenceville Railroad brought goods and services to the area, thus stimulating commerce and local businesses. Later on, in 1932, the railroad collapsed due to the Depression.
Loganville today recognizes that small town simplicity and traditional values can be skillfully combined with innovative business opportunities and new housing developments. Residents are proud of their community and celebrate it with local parades, festivals and school events. Visitors also appreciate the opportunity to experience the feeling of pride in community and family values that Loganville offers.  

EDUCATION 

Both Gwinnett County and Walton County Public Schools serve the town of Loganville. 

Gwinnett County services an approximate student population of 116,339 in pre-kindergarten through twelfth grade. With 7,551 full-time classroom teachers, the district's overall student/teacher ratio is 15.4:1. There are 86 schools associated with the agency, which is classified as being in or near a large city (Lawrenceville, GA). Gwinnett County allocates approximately $4,369 per pupil for instructional expenses. 

Walton County services an approximate student population of 9,926 in pre-kindergarten through twelfth grade. With 604 full-time classroom teachers, the district's overall student/teacher ratio is 16.4:1. There are 11 schools associated with the agency, which is classified as being in or near a large city (Monroe, GA). Walton County allocates approximately $4,206 per pupil for instructional expenses. 

There are two private high schools in Loganville: Covenant Christian Academy has 239 students and serves grades pre-kindergarten through 12; Faith Academy serves 619 students in grades pre-kindergarten through 12. 

SNELLVILLE 

Snellville is a community of 15,000+ (year 2000) located in historic Gwinnett County. Snellville has the advantage of being close to the scenic outdoors and recreational activities as well as the cultural and educational opportunities that nearby Atlanta affords. Snellville residents are proud of their family values, and families gather in Briscoe Park to enjoy festive entertainment and local fairs. Many year-round outdoor activities and events can be enjoyed in nearby beautiful and scenic parks.  

LOCATION 

The town of Snellville is located in beautiful Gwinnett County. The nearest city with a population of over 50,000 is Sandy Springs, which is about 25 miles away. Atlanta is only 28 miles from Snellville and can easily be reached via Highway I-78. 

TRANSPORTATION/AIRPORTS  

There are three airports within easy reach of Snellville: The William B. Hartsfield Atlanta Intl is approx. 33 miles; Dobbins Air Reserve Base is located in Marietta about 35 miles away; and Athens/Ben Epps is approximately 48 miles away in Athens.  

BRIEF HISTORY 

The first settlers in the area of southeast Gwinnett were two London businessmen, Thomas Snell and James Sawyer, who were partners in the Snell and Sawyer Dry Goods Store. Though they planned on calling the developing town “New London”, history records that as early as 1882 people were calling it ‘Snellville’. By 1885 the post office of Snellville was established, and Mr. Sawyer became the town’s first postmaster. Snell and Sawyer dissolved their business partnership, and each man owned and operated his own mercantile business.
In 1883 the Snellville Baptist Church erected its edifice, and their first pastor, Rev. W.L. Singleton, served his congregation for the next 14 years. Much later on in 1946 an expanded facility included a 600-seat auditorium and an indoor swimming pool.
Ten churchgoers organized the Snellville Methodist Church in 1884, and until the fall of 1886 when the building itself was completed, services were held in the local schoolhouse.  

EDUCATION 

The Gwinnett County Public School System serves the town of Snellville and is well regarded. High school students in 2003-04 continued to outperform their peers in the state on the SAT and ACT college entrance exams, along with the 2004 Advanced Placement exams. The County opened 10 new facilities in August of 2004, which they are proud to day, opened ‘debt free and on time’. In all, GCPS has 63 elementary schools, 20 middle schools, 16 high schools, and seven other educational facilities.  

LAWRENCEVILLE 

Lawrenceville is located in Gwinnett County, a few miles northeast of metropolitan Atlanta. Lawrenceville has an interesting history and is one of the oldest cities in the area. The community keeps its small town feeling and has recently restored the downtown commercial area. Lawrenceville is a short distance away from a variety of recreational activities that can be enjoyed by the whole family: scenic drives, spectacular scenery, hiking, picnicking, lake fishing, camping are some of the outdoor pleasures that residents and visitors alike take advantage of in all seasons. Lawrenceville is the location of the Gwinnett County Fair held during September, and the Gwinnett Historical Society.  

LOCATION 

Lawrenceville is located in Gwinnett County on Hwy 29, and near I-85 and Hwy 316 on your map. It is 31 miles from metropolitan Atlanta (pop. 416,474), and 24 miles from Roswell (pop. 79,334). 

TRANSPORTATION/AIRPORTS  

The airports nearest Lawrenceville are: Dobbins Air Reserve Base, about 36 miles away in Marietta; The William B. Hartsfield Atlanta Intl, approx. 37 miles in Atlanta; and Athens/Ben Epps, about 47 miles from Lawrenceville in Athens.  

BRIEF HISTORY 

Lawrenceville was named after James Lawrence, naval officer who became famous for his dying words, "Don't give up the ship!"
Lawrenceville’s history is intimately bound up with that of Gwinnett County. Four hundred thirty-six square miles of frontier land, originally settled by the Creek Indians, was set apart in 1818. This county was named after Button Gwinnett, one of three Georgians signed the Declaration of Independence. The shape of Gwinnett changed as Cherokee lands and a portion of Jackson County were included. Later, in the early and mid-1900’s Gwinnett lost some of its acreage to a redefinition of county lines, and to the appearance of Lake Lanier, which resulted in the building of Buford Dam, whose waters covered hundreds of acres in Gwinnett.
Hog Mountain became the first government center for the County. The first elections were held there, the first jail was built, and a barn served as the County’s first part-time courtroom.  

Lawrenceville’s beginnings began in 1820 when a temporary courthouse was built on a land lot near the present town. Then in 1824 a permanent courthouse was completed on nearby land that was to become Lawrenceville. However, in 1871 a fire destroyed this edifice and along with it, many historic records were lost. More building and location changes occurred until 1885 when the building now known as the Historic Courthouse was completed. Finally in 1988 The Gwinnett Justice and Administration Center established. Lawrenceville is currently the County seat of Gwinnett. 

Though most local records and photographs were destroyed during the fire in 1871, the Historic Museum in Lawrenceville, listed on the Nat'l Register of Historic Places,
offers visitors a fascinating glimpse into the history of Gwinnett County and its inhabitants. It includes historic and folk artifacts, and has a limited collection of family and civic records and photographs. 

EDUCATION 

Lawrenceville’s school children are served by the Gwinnett County Public School System, which services an approximate student population of 116,339 from pre-kindergarten through twelfth grade. With 7,551 full-time classroom teachers, the district's overall student/teacher ratio is 15.4:1. Approximately $4,369 per pupil for instructional expenses is allocated by the County. 

High school students in this school system continue to outperform their peers in the state on the 2003-04 SAT and ACT college entrance exams, as well as the 2004 Advanced Placement exams. The County opened 10 new facilities in August of 2004, which they are proud to day, opened ‘debt free and on time’. In all, GCPS has 63 elementary schools, 20 middle schools, 16 high schools, and seven other educational facilities.

Lawrenceville also has two institutes of higher education, the Gwinnett Technical College, which has a full-time student enrollment of 3,215, and Georgia Perimeter College has a campus in this location.
 

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