Serving 298 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Garfield Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 54%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 26% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 298 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Garfield Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Garfield Elementary School's student population of 298 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
298 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Garfield Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 707 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Garfield Elementary School is 0.62, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.42. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#631 out of 707 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
1%
Hispanic
19%
19%
Black
16%
1%
White
57%
74%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Garfield Elementary School's ranking?
Garfield Elementary School is ranked #631 out of 707 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Garfield Elementary School often compared to?
Garfield Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Whittier Elementary School, Sage International School Of Boise, Jefferson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% ID state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% ID state average).
How many students attend Garfield Elementary School?
298 students attend Garfield Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Garfield Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Garfield Elementary School?
Garfield Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Garfield Elementary School offer ?
Garfield Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Garfield Elementary School part of?
Garfield Elementary School is part of Boise Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Garfield Elementary School located?
Garfield Elementary School is located in the Southeast Boise neighborhood of Boise, ID. There are 7 other public schools located in Southeast Boise.
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