Garfield Elementary School serves 60 students in grades Kindergarten-2.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 60-79% (which was approximately equal to the Iowa state average of 76%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 60-79% (which was approximately equal to the Iowa state average of 71%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 was higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment was 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
Total Students
60 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)60-79%
76%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)60-79%
71%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
10%
14%
Black
n/a
7%
White
90%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 76% IA state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 71% IA state average).
How many students attend Garfield Elementary School?
60 students attend Garfield Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Garfield Elementary School students are White, and 10% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Garfield Elementary School?
Garfield Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Garfield Elementary School offer ?
Garfield Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2
What school district is Garfield Elementary School part of?
Garfield Elementary School is part of Centerville Community School District.
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