Serving 60 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Garfield Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 70-79% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 60 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Garfield Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Garfield Elementary School's student population of 60 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 66% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
60 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Garfield Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Garfield Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#245 out of 2052 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)70-79%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)70-79%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
16:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
5%
25%
Black
2%
5%
White
88%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Garfield Elementary School's ranking?
Garfield Elementary School is ranked #245 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Garfield Elementary School?
60 students attend Garfield Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Garfield Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 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 12:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Garfield Elementary School offer ?
Garfield Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Garfield Elementary School part of?
Garfield Elementary School is part of Garfield School District.
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