Serving 196 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Garfield Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 196 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 1% in CA)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Garfield Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Garfield Elementary School's student population of 196 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
196 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Garfield Elementary School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)65-69%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)60-64%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
48%
12%
Hispanic
14%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
10%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
23%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Garfield Elementary School?
196 students attend Garfield Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Garfield Elementary School students are Asian, 23% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Garfield Elementary School?
Garfield Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Garfield Elementary School offer ?
Garfield Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Garfield Elementary School part of?
Garfield Elementary School is part of San Francisco Unified School District.
School Reviews
5 3/24/2020
We love Garfield! I now have 2 kids at Garfield and we love the small, tight-knit community there. Teachers seem committed to providing a fun, safe learning environment for all kids. Our principal is EXCELLENT! She is a wonderful leader, a thoughtful communicator to parents and kids alike, and is invested in making Garfield the best school it can be. The staff's enthusiasm for the school and kids is infectious, and as a parent it encourages me to be an active participant in helping Garfield excel. The early start time is a great fit for working parents, and they provide after-school programs on site. We are so glad this little gem is in our neighborhood!
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