Serving 1,642 students in grades 9-12, Garfield High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,642 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 10% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Garfield High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Garfield High School's student population of 1,642 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,642 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Garfield High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Garfield High School is 0.76, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#240 out of 2113 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
13%
9%
Hispanic
10%
26%
Black
27%
5%
White
37%
49%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
12%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Garfield High School's ranking?
Garfield High School is ranked #240 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Garfield High School often compared to?
Garfield High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cleveland High School Stem by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Garfield High School?
The graduation rate of Garfield High School is 93%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Garfield High School?
1,642 students attend Garfield High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Garfield High School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 13% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Garfield High School?
Garfield High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Garfield High School offer ?
Garfield High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Garfield High School part of?
Garfield High School is part of Seattle School District No. 1.
In what neighborhood is Garfield High School located?
Garfield High School is located in the Central District neighborhood of Seattle, WA. There are 5 other public schools located in Central District.
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