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#6927 of 9,539 schools in CA
Garfield Elementary
Elementary School · Long Beach Unified
2240 Baltic Ave., Long Beach, CA 90810
Enrollment
556
Student-Teacher
25.3:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
556
Student-Teacher
25.3:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,927 of 9,539
In Long Beach
#59 of 77
public schools
In district
#65 of 82
Long Beach Unified
Academic performance
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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About Garfield Elementary
Garfield Elementary is a public elementary school in Long Beach, CA, part of Long Beach Unified. Garfield Elementary serves approximately 556 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 25.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Garfield Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #6,927 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Garfield Elementary show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 6.3
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Garfield Elementary runs 25.3:1 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.
40% of students at Garfield Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Garfield Elementary — Students at Garfield Elementary score 38% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
79.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 4.8/10.
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
2240 Baltic Ave., Long Beach, CA 90810
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Garfield Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Birney Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST LUCY SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Muir K-8 (rated 5.5/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Long Beach, see our Long Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| St. Lucy School Long Beach | 0.2 mi | — |
| ST LUCY SCHOOL Long Beach | 0.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Cabrillo High Long Beach | 0.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Hudson Long Beach | 0.4 mi | 4.5 |
| Stephens Middle Long Beach | 0.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Muir K-8 Long Beach | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Lafayette Elementary Long Beach | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Birney Elementary Long Beach | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Webster Elementary Long Beach | 1.4 mi | 3.9 |
| Holy Innocents Elementary Long Beach | 1.2 mi | — |
| Educational Partnership High Long Beach | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Washington Middle Long Beach | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| PACIFIC BAPTIST SCHOOL Long Beach | 1.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Intellectual Virtues Academy Long Beach | 1.5 mi | 6.6 |
| We the People High Long Beach | 1.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Edison Elementary Long Beach | 1.8 mi | 3.9 |
| Bobbie Smith Elementary Long Beach | 1.6 mi | 4.9 |
| FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH SCHOOL Long Beach | 1.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Roosevelt Elementary Long Beach | 1.7 mi | 4.3 |
| Chavez Elementary Long Beach | 2.0 mi | 4.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90810 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,222
Median Home Value
$594,200
Median Rent
$1,554/mo
Population
35,648
College Educated
21.2%
Homeownership
57%
Avg Commute
26.6 min
Poverty Rate
14.9%
Median Age
37.9
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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 5th.
How many students attend Garfield Elementary?
Garfield Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 556 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Garfield Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Garfield Elementary is 25.3:1. 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 #6,927 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Garfield Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Garfield Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Garfield Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Garfield Elementary has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% 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?
79.5% 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 556
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 79.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.6%
- Phone
- (562) 424-8167
Resources & Links
District
Long Beach Unified- District Enrollment
- 63,966
- Schools in District
- 82
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,539
- District Rank
- #65 of 82
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