Very Good
#1848 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 19% in state
Garfield Elementary
Elementary School · Alhambra Unified
110 West McLean St., Alhambra, CA 91801
Enrollment
540
Student-Teacher
19.3:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
540
Student-Teacher
19.3:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,848 of 9,539
In Alhambra
#6 of 11
public schools
In district
#11 of 16
Alhambra Unified
School environment
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Garfield Elementary
Garfield Elementary is a public elementary school in Alhambra, CA, part of Alhambra Unified. Garfield Elementary serves approximately 540 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 19.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Garfield Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,848 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Garfield Elementary show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 7.8
- CA avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Garfield Elementary — Students at Garfield Elementary score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
60.7%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.8/10.
How Garfield Elementary Compares
See how Garfield 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
110 West McLean St., Alhambra, CA 91801
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Garfield Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Marengo Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby South Pasadena), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Park Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, William Northrup Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Alhambra, see our Alhambra schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91801 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$85,549
Median Home Value
$797,000
Median Rent
$1,879/mo
Population
53,730
College Educated
40.6%
Homeownership
37.7%
Avg Commute
30.7 min
Poverty Rate
11.5%
Median Age
41.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Garfield Elementary
What grades does Garfield Elementary serve?
Garfield Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Garfield Elementary?
Garfield Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 540 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Garfield Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Garfield Elementary is 19.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Garfield Elementary rank in CA?
Garfield Elementary ranks #1,848 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Garfield Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Garfield Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Garfield Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Garfield Elementary has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Garfield Elementary a charter school?
No, Garfield Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Garfield Elementary a Title I school?
No, Garfield Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Garfield Elementary?
60.7% of students at Garfield 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 540
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 60.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.0%
- Phone
- (626) 943-3380
Resources & Links
District
Alhambra Unified- District Enrollment
- 14,602
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,015
- District Rank
- #11 of 16
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