Serving 556 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Garfield Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 556 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Garfield Elementary School's student population of 556 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
556 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Garfield Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Garfield Elementary School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4846 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
12%
12%
Hispanic
78%
56%
Black
7%
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Garfield Elementary School's ranking?
Garfield Elementary School is ranked #4846 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Garfield Elementary School?
556 students attend Garfield Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Garfield Elementary School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Garfield Elementary School?
Garfield Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher 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 Long Beach Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Garfield Elementary School located?
Garfield Elementary School is located in the Westside neighborhood of Long Beach, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in Westside.
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