Gary Elementary School

School officials acquired two acres here in 1907 from Horace Chilton and in 1908 built an 8-room white stone schoolhouse. The elementary school was named for Franklin N. Gary, an early settler of this area noted for his support of public education. The original schoolhouse was replaced in 1924 with a new structure. Additional facilities have been added over the years to accommodate increased enrollment. Many in the generations of Tyler students who attended this school became leaders in the community. The school continues to serve the public.

Gary Elementary School is a historical marker in Tyler, Smith County, dedicated in 1994. It is one of 90 historical markers documented in Smith County in the Texas Historical Commission Atlas, among 272 historic sites cataloged across the county.

The site sits at 32.3413, -95.3048 near Tyler. The nearest cataloged historic site is The Connally Home (historical marker), about 0.3 miles away. Others within a short drive include Ramey House, Woman's Building, and Whitaker-McClendon House.

This record corresponds to Texas Historical Commission Atlas #5423007729. Use the map below for its exact position and turn-by-turn directions.