Excellent
#1134 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 12% in state
Garfield Elementary
Elementary School · San Diego Unified
4487 Oregon St., San Diego, CA 92116
Enrollment
302
Student-Teacher
23.2:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
302
Student-Teacher
23.2:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,134 of 9,539
In San Diego
#73 of 288
public schools
In district
#45 of 174
San Diego Unified
Equity
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Garfield Elementary
Garfield Elementary is a public elementary school in San Diego, CA, part of San Diego Unified. Garfield Elementary serves approximately 302 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 23.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Garfield Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,134 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Garfield Elementary show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.3 · Excellent
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Garfield Elementary runs 23.2:1 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 56% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
75.5%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.0/10.
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
4487 Oregon St., San Diego, CA 92116
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Garfield Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Birney Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Jefferson Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, San Diego Global Vision Academy (rated 8.7/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in San Diego, see our San Diego schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ACADEMY OF OUR LADY OF PEACE San Diego | 0.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Children's Creative and Performing Arts Academy San Diego | 0.4 mi | — |
| ALBA San Diego | 0.5 mi | — |
| Jefferson Elementary San Diego | 0.7 mi | 8.8 |
| WARREN-WALKER MIDDLE SCHOOL San Diego | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| URBAN SKILLS CENTER San Diego | 0.8 mi | — |
| COOK EDUCATION CENTER San Diego | 0.8 mi | 7.3 |
| Cook Education Center San Diego | 0.8 mi | — |
| Urban Skills Center San Diego | 0.8 mi | — |
| CHILDREN'S GROWING CENTER-FIRST UNITED METHODIST San Diego | 0.8 mi | — |
| Home & Hosp/Transition Support San Diego | 0.8 mi | 4.0 |
| Birney Elementary San Diego | 0.8 mi | 8.9 |
| ST DIDACUS SCHOOL San Diego | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| ASELTINE SCHOOL San Diego | 0.9 mi | — |
| Aseltine School San Diego | 0.9 mi | — |
| ST PATRICK SCHOOL San Diego | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| San Diego Global Vision Academy San Diego | 1.0 mi | 8.7 |
| Adams Elementary San Diego | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Edison Elementary San Diego | 1.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Normal Heights Elementary San Diego | 1.3 mi | 8.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92116 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$95,775
Median Home Value
$898,500
Median Rent
$1,903/mo
Population
31,484
College Educated
58.4%
Homeownership
32.1%
Avg Commute
22.2 min
Poverty Rate
9.2%
Median Age
35.6
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| Arbolita Elementary La Habra, CA | 8.3 |
| BROOKFIELD SCHOOL Sacramento, CA | 8.3 |
| Briarwood Elementary Santa Clara, CA | 8.3 |
| Cottonwood Creek Charter Cottonwood, CA | 8.3 |
| Deer Canyon Elementary San Diego, CA | 8.3 |
| ESCUELA BILINGUE INTERNACIONAL Oakland, CA | 8.3 |
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 302 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Garfield Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Garfield Elementary is 23.2:1. 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 #1,134 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Garfield Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Garfield Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 64% 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?
75.5% 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
- 302
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 75.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.7%
- Phone
- (619) 362-4300
Resources & Links
District
San Diego Unified- District Enrollment
- 95,492
- Schools in District
- 175
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,828
- District Rank
- #45 of 174
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