Serving 245 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Garfield Es ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in District Of Columbia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 245 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in DC
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Garfield Es ranks among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Garfield Es's student population of 245 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
245 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Garfield Es ranks within the bottom 50% of all 212 schools in District Of Columbia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Garfield Es is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#166 out of 212 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)10-14%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)15-19%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
17%
Black
98%
65%
White
n/a
13%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Garfield Es's ranking?
Garfield Es is ranked #166 out of 212 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What schools are Garfield Es often compared to?
Garfield Esis often viewed alongside schools like Stanton Es by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% DC state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% DC state average).
How many students attend Garfield Es?
245 students attend Garfield Es.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Garfield Es students are Black, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Garfield Es?
Garfield Es has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Garfield Es offer ?
Garfield Es offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Garfield Es part of?
Garfield Es is part of District Of Columbia Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Garfield Es located?
Garfield Es is located in the Buena Vista neighborhood of Washington, DC.
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