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Garfield Elementary
Elementary School · Montebello Unified
7425 South Garfield Ave., Bell Gardens, CA 90201
Enrollment
499
Student-Teacher
17.2:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
499
Student-Teacher
17.2:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,778 of 9,539
In Bell Gardens
#6 of 7
public schools
In district
#23 of 28
Montebello Unified
School environment
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Garfield Elementary
Garfield Elementary is a public elementary school in Bell Gardens, CA, part of Montebello Unified. Garfield Elementary serves approximately 499 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 17.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Garfield Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #6,778 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Garfield Elementary show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 6.3
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
37% 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 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
77%
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
↓ 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: 4.2/10.
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
7425 South Garfield Ave., Bell Gardens, CA 90201
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Garfield Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Williams (Spencer V.) Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Downey), which scores notably higher. Another option is Price (Maude) Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Downey), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Rio Hondo Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Downey), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bell Gardens, see our Bell Gardens schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST GERTRUDE SCHOOL Bell Gardens | 0.2 mi | 4.0 |
| St. Gertrude School Bell Gardens | 0.2 mi | — |
| Bell Gardens Intermediate Bell Gardens | 0.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Suva Intermediate Bell Gardens | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Cesar E. Chavez Elementary Bell Gardens | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Suva Elementary Bell Gardens | 0.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Bell Gardens High Bell Gardens | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Bell Gardens Elementary Bell Gardens | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S ACADEMY Downey | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Rio Hondo Elementary Downey | 1.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Williams (Spencer V.) Elementary Downey | 1.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Park Avenue Elementary Cudahy | 1.2 mi | 3.8 |
| Ellen Ochoa Learning Center Cudahy | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| ALHADI SCHOOL Bell | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Griffiths (Gordon) Middle Downey | 1.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Price (Maude) Elementary Downey | 1.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Stauffer (Mary R.) Middle Downey | 1.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Creative Beginnings Downey | 1.7 mi | — |
| Old River Elementary Downey | 1.9 mi | 6.7 |
| CHILDREN'S ACADEMY OF SUCCESS Downey | 1.8 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90201 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,824
Median Home Value
$542,800
Median Rent
$1,623/mo
Population
93,783
College Educated
7.4%
Homeownership
21%
Avg Commute
30.3 min
Poverty Rate
23.6%
Median Age
32.1
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|---|---|
| A. H. Morgan Elementary Rialto, CA | 5.3 |
| Acacia Magnet School for Enriched Learning Thousand Oaks, CA | 5.3 |
| Alberta Martone Elementary Modesto, CA | 5.3 |
| Alcott Elementary Pomona, CA | 5.3 |
| Alice Birney Waldorf-Inspired Sacramento, CA | 5.3 |
| Ann Soldo Elementary Watsonville, CA | 5.3 |
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 499 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Garfield Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Garfield Elementary is 17.2:1. 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 #6,778 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Garfield Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Garfield Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 27% 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?
77.0% 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
- 499
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 77.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.5%
- Phone
- (562) 927-1915
Resources & Links
District
Montebello Unified- District Enrollment
- 19,967
- Schools in District
- 29
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,912
- District Rank
- #23 of 28
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