Below Average
#8385 of 9,539 schools in CA
Garden Elementary
Elementary School · Tulare City
640 East Pleasant Ave., Tulare, CA 93274
Enrollment
661
Student-Teacher
23.6:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
661
Student-Teacher
23.6:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,385 of 9,539
In Tulare
#19 of 28
public schools
In district
#7 of 16
Tulare City
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Garden Elementary
Elementary School in Tulare · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Garden Elementary
Garden Elementary is a public elementary school in Tulare, CA, part of Tulare City. Garden Elementary serves approximately 661 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 23.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Garden Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #8,385 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Garden Elementary show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 4.3
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Garden Elementary runs 23.6:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Garden Elementary — Students at Garden Elementary score 35% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
71.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 36 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.5/10.
How Garden Elementary Compares
See how Garden Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
640 East Pleasant Ave., Tulare, CA 93274
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Garden Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Liberty Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Pleasant Elementary (rated 6.6/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Mission Valley Elementary (rated 4.2/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Tulare, see our Tulare schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Cherry Avenue Middle Tulare | 0.3 mi | 3.7 |
| Tulare Union High Tulare | 0.7 mi | 7.7 |
| Sierra Vista Charter High Tulare | 0.7 mi | 8.1 |
| Wilson Elementary Tulare | 0.8 mi | 2.8 |
| Tulare Western High Tulare | 1.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Maple Elementary Tulare | 1.1 mi | 3.0 |
| Live Oak Middle Tulare | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Los Tules Middle Tulare | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Lincoln Elementary Tulare | 1.4 mi | 4.1 |
| Tulare City Community Day Tulare | 1.4 mi | — |
| Tulare Support Tulare | 1.4 mi | — |
| Heritage Elementary Tulare | 1.3 mi | 3.8 |
| Mission Valley Elementary Tulare | 1.5 mi | 4.2 |
| Frank Kohn Elementary Tulare | 1.5 mi | 3.6 |
| Roosevelt Elementary Tulare | 1.7 mi | 2.8 |
| Mulcahy Middle Tulare | 1.7 mi | 4.1 |
| Tulare Technical Preparatory High Tulare | 1.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Countryside Community Day Tulare | 1.9 mi | — |
| Pleasant Elementary Tulare | 1.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Liberty Elementary Tulare | 2.2 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93274 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,905
Median Home Value
$300,900
Median Rent
$1,334/mo
Population
79,154
College Educated
10.9%
Homeownership
57.6%
Avg Commute
22.4 min
Poverty Rate
17.6%
Median Age
29.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Garden Elementary
What grades does Garden Elementary serve?
Garden Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Garden Elementary?
Garden Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 661 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Garden Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Garden Elementary is 23.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Garden Elementary rank in CA?
Garden Elementary ranks #8,385 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Garden Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Garden Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Garden Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Garden Elementary has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Garden Elementary a charter school?
No, Garden Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Garden Elementary a Title I school?
No, Garden Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Garden Elementary?
71.3% of students at Garden Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 661
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 71.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Tulare County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.1%
- Phone
- (559) 685-7330
Resources & Links
District
Tulare City- District Enrollment
- 9,253
- Schools in District
- 18
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,580
- District Rank
- #7 of 16
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