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#9023 of 9,539 schools in CA
Garfield Elementary
Elementary School · Oakland Unified
1640 22nd Ave., Oakland, CA 94606
Enrollment
483
Student-Teacher
24.1:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
483
Student-Teacher
24.1:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#9,023 of 9,539
In Oakland
#114 of 147
public schools
In district
#58 of 79
Oakland Unified
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About Garfield Elementary
Garfield Elementary is a public elementary school in Oakland, CA, part of Oakland Unified. Garfield Elementary serves approximately 483 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 24.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Garfield Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #9,023 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Garfield Elementary show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.5
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Garfield Elementary runs 24.1:1 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.
70% 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 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.7/10.
How Garfield Elementary Compares
See how Garfield Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1640 22nd Ave., Oakland, CA 94606
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Garfield Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Achieve Academy (rated 8.0/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lazear Charter Academy (rated 6.2/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Community School for Creative Education (rated 5.2/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Oakland, see our Oakland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Community School for Creative Education Oakland | 0.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Zoom_Excel LLC Oakland | 0.2 mi | — |
| Roosevelt Middle Oakland | 0.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Agnes Memorial Christian Academy Oakland | 0.3 mi | — |
| Downtown Charter Academy Oakland | 0.5 mi | 9.6 |
| International Community Elementary Oakland | 0.5 mi | 3.5 |
| Think College Now Elementary Oakland | 0.5 mi | 2.6 |
| Achieve Academy Oakland | 0.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Lazear Charter Academy Oakland | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Latitude 37.8 High Oakland | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Urban Promise Academy Middle Oakland | 0.7 mi | 4.6 |
| Manzanita Community Elementary Oakland | 0.7 mi | 2.1 |
| Manzanita SEED Elementary Oakland | 0.7 mi | 3.7 |
| Bella Vista Elementary Oakland | 1.0 mi | 3.8 |
| ST ELIZABETH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Oakland | 0.9 mi | 5.0 |
| St. Elizabeth School Elementary (A Lumen Christi Academy) Oakland | 0.9 mi | — |
| Franklin Elementary Oakland | 0.9 mi | 4.4 |
| Cristo Rey De La Salle East Bay High School Oakland | 0.9 mi | — |
| ARISE High Oakland | 1.0 mi | 8.1 |
| CRISTO REY DE LA SALLE EAST BAY HIGH SCHOOL Oakland | 0.9 mi | 4.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94606 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,769
Median Home Value
$747,600
Median Rent
$1,775/mo
Population
38,746
College Educated
39.7%
Homeownership
20%
Avg Commute
29.3 min
Poverty Rate
17.9%
Median Age
37.5
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| August Knodt Elementary Manteca, CA | 3.5 |
| Barnett Elementary Ramona, CA | 3.5 |
| Cedar Lane Elementary Olivehurst, CA | 3.5 |
| Citrus Glen Elementary Ventura, CA | 3.5 |
| Creekside Elementary Stockton, CA | 3.5 |
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 483 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Garfield Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Garfield Elementary is 24.1:1. 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 #9,023 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Garfield Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Garfield Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 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 23% 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?
97.7% 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 483
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Alameda County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 70.4%
- Phone
- (510) 879-2118
Resources & Links
District
Oakland Unified- District Enrollment
- 33,916
- Schools in District
- 82
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,181
- District Rank
- #58 of 79
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