Serving 32 students in grades 6-8, Garfield Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is approximately equal to the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 32 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Garfield Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Garfield Middle School's student population of 32 students has grown by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
32 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Garfield Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Garfield Middle School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#762 out of 2052 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)40-59%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)60-79%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
3%
25%
Black
n/a
5%
White
97%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Garfield Middle School's ranking?
Garfield Middle School is ranked #762 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Garfield Middle School?
32 students attend Garfield Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Garfield Middle School students are White, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Garfield Middle School?
Garfield Middle School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Garfield Middle School offer ?
Garfield Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Garfield Middle School part of?
Garfield Middle School is part of Garfield School District.
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