Serving 73 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Garfield Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 73 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Garfield Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Garfield Elementary School's student population of 73 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
73 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Garfield Elementary School ranks within the top 10% 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 0.32, 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
#884 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
10%
56%
White
82%
20%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
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 #884 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Garfield Elementary School often compared to?
Garfield Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alice Birney Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Garfield Elementary School?
73 students attend Garfield Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Garfield Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Garfield Elementary School?
Garfield Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, 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-6
What school district is Garfield Elementary School part of?
Garfield Elementary School is part of Garfield Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Garfield Elementary School located?
Garfield Elementary School is located in the Garfield neighborhood of Eureka, CA.
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