Serving 262 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Garfield Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-79% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 262 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Garfield Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Garfield Elementary School's student population of 262 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
Total Students
262 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Garfield Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Garfield Elementary School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1320 out of 3241 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
60%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
7%
Black
4%
17%
White
78%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
16%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Garfield Elementary School's ranking?
Garfield Elementary School is ranked #1320 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Garfield Elementary School often compared to?
Garfield Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southern Local Elementary School, East Palestine Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Garfield Elementary School?
262 students attend Garfield Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Garfield Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Garfield Elementary School?
Garfield Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Garfield Elementary School offer ?
Garfield Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3
What school district is Garfield Elementary School part of?
Garfield Elementary School is part of Wellsville Local School District.
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