Serving 280 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 bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 8% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 280 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Garfield Elementary Charter serves the eastern part of Menlo Park, CA, covering an attendance zone of approximately 0.5 square miles. Families typically enjoy a short drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 0.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Garfield Elementary School's student population of 280 students has declined by 46% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
280 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Average Class Size
25 students
School Motto
At Garfield Community School, we are committed to greatness.
School Rankings
Garfield Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Garfield Elementary School is 0.04, 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
#9124 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
12%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
98%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)65%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Gators
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Garfield Elementary School's ranking?
Garfield Elementary School is ranked #9124 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Garfield Elementary School often compared to?
Garfield Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Belle Haven Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Garfield Elementary School?
280 students attend Garfield Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Garfield Elementary School students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Garfield Elementary School?
Garfield Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, 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 Redwood City Elementary School District.
School Calendar
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