Serving 362 students in grades 9-12, James A Garfield High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 362 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: James A Garfield High School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Garrettsville, OH, encompassing approximately 54.1 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive to the school of about 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located up to 7.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
James A Garfield High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
James A Garfield High School's student population of 362 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
362 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
James A Garfield High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of James A Garfield High School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#702 out of 3181 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
2%
8%
White
95%
65%
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
86.2%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.8%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
G-Men
School Mascot
G-men
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is James A Garfield High School's ranking?
James A Garfield High School is ranked #702 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are James A Garfield High School often compared to?
James A Garfield High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crestwood High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of James A Garfield High School?
The graduation rate of James A Garfield High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend James A Garfield High School?
362 students attend James A Garfield High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of James A Garfield High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of James A Garfield High School?
James A Garfield High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does James A Garfield High School offer ?
James A Garfield High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is James A Garfield High School part of?
James A Garfield High School is part of James A Garfield Local School District.
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