Serving 344 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Garfield Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 344 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- 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
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Garfield Elementary School's student population of 344 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
344 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Garfield Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Garfield Elementary School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2006 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
6%
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
91%
26%
Black
1%
5%
White
n/a
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
2%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 #2006 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Garfield Elementary School often compared to?
Garfield Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kirkwood Elementary School, East Valley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Garfield Elementary School?
344 students attend Garfield Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Garfield Elementary School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Garfield Elementary School?
Garfield Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
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 Toppenish School District.
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