Serving 196 students in grades 2-3, Garfield School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Kansas state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 2-3
- Enrollment: 196 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Garfield School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Garfield School's student population of 196 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-3
Total Students
196 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Garfield School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,264 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Garfield School is 0.56, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#380 out of 1264 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
12%
21%
Black
9%
6%
White
63%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Garfield School's ranking?
Garfield School is ranked #380 out of 1,264 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% KS state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% KS state average).
How many students attend Garfield School?
196 students attend Garfield School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Garfield School students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Garfield School?
Garfield School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Garfield School offer ?
Garfield School offers enrollment in grades 2-3
What school district is Garfield School part of?
Garfield School is part of Parsons School District.
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