Serving 454 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Garfield Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 454 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- 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:
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Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Garfield Elementary School's student population of 454 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
454 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
1928
Colors
Blue and Yellow
School Calendar
School Rankings
Garfield Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% 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 0.57, 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
#8353 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
Asian
16%
12%
Hispanic
62%
56%
Black
15%
5%
White
2%
20%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcat
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Garfield Elementary School's ranking?
Garfield Elementary School is ranked #8353 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Garfield Elementary School often compared to?
Garfield Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Garfield Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Garfield Elementary School?
454 students attend Garfield Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Garfield Elementary School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Garfield Elementary School?
Garfield Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
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 Oakland Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Garfield Elementary School located?
Garfield Elementary School is located in the San Antonio neighborhood of Oakland, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in San Antonio.
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