Below Average
#7885 of 9,539 schools in CA
Garfield Elementary
Elementary School · San Leandro Unified
1145 Aladdin Ave., San Leandro, CA 94577
Enrollment
338
Student-Teacher
21.1:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
338
Student-Teacher
21.1:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,885 of 9,539
In San Leandro
#16 of 17
public schools
In district
#12 of 12
San Leandro Unified
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Garfield Elementary
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About Garfield Elementary
Garfield Elementary is a public elementary school in San Leandro, CA, part of San Leandro Unified. Garfield Elementary serves approximately 338 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 21.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Garfield Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #7,885 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Garfield Elementary show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 6.2
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Garfield Elementary runs 21.1:1 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.
46% 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 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80.5%
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
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.0/10.
How Garfield Elementary Compares
See how Garfield Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1145 Aladdin Ave., San Leandro, CA 94577
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Garfield Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Madison Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is THE PRINCIPLED ACADEMY (rated 7.4/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Madison Park Academy Elementary (rated 5.8/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Oakland), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Leandro, see our San Leandro schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lincoln High (Continuation) San Leandro | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| San Leandro Virtual Academy San Leandro | 1.1 mi | — |
| John Muir Middle San Leandro | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Halkin Elementary San Leandro | 1.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Madison Park Academy 6-12 Oakland | 1.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Madison Elementary San Leandro | 1.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Madison Park Academy Elementary Oakland | 1.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Aspire Lionel Wilson College Preparatory Academy Oakland | 1.8 mi | 6.9 |
| St. Felicitas Catholic School San Leandro | 1.7 mi | — |
| ST FELICITAS CATHOLIC SCHOOL San Leandro | 1.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Lodestar: A Lighthouse Community Charter Public Oakland | 2.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Brookfield Elementary Oakland | 2.2 mi | 3.1 |
| Dayton Elementary San Leandro | 1.9 mi | 5.8 |
| St. Leander San Leandro | 2.0 mi | — |
| Lighthouse Community Charter Oakland | 2.3 mi | 3.9 |
| Lighthouse Community Charter High Oakland | 2.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Corvallis Elementary San Leandro | 1.9 mi | 3.9 |
| Esperanza Elementary Oakland | 2.4 mi | 3.1 |
| Fred T. Korematsu Discovery Academy Elementary Oakland | 2.4 mi | 3.5 |
| THE PRINCIPLED ACADEMY San Leandro | 2.1 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94577 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$110,989
Median Home Value
$824,900
Median Rent
$2,199/mo
Population
47,533
College Educated
39.5%
Homeownership
55.9%
Avg Commute
32 min
Poverty Rate
7.9%
Median Age
40.6
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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 338 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Garfield Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Garfield Elementary is 21.1:1. 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 #7,885 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Garfield Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Garfield Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 32% 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?
80.5% 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
- 338
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Alameda County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 45.6%
- Phone
- (510) 618-4300
Resources & Links
District
San Leandro Unified- District Enrollment
- 8,741
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,506
- District Rank
- #12 of 12
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