Excellent
#1262 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 13% in state
James A. Garfield Senior High
High School · Los Angeles Unified
5101 East Sixth St., Los Angeles, CA 90022
Enrollment
2,223
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
8.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,223
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
8.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,262 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#116 of 563
public schools
In district
#140 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About James A. Garfield Senior High
James A. Garfield Senior High is a public high school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. James A.
Garfield Senior High serves approximately 2,223 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 17.5:1 student-teacher ratio. James A. Garfield Senior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,262 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for James A. Garfield Senior High show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- District avg 6.7
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
James A. Garfield Senior High is a large school: 2,223 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.
Score Breakdown
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James A. Garfield Senior High — Students at James A. Garfield Senior High score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
94.4%
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.
* 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: 9.5/10.
How James A. Garfield Senior High Compares
See how James A. Garfield Senior High 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
5101 East Sixth St., Los Angeles, CA 90022
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering James A. Garfield Senior High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Monterey Continuation (rated 6.0/10, 0.2 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is Alfonso B. Perez Special Education Center (rated 4.4/10, 1.0 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, SIATech Academy South (rated 4.3/10, 0.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Monterey Continuation Los Angeles | 0.2 mi | 6.0 |
| St. Alphonsus School East Los Angeles | 0.2 mi | — |
| ST ALPHONSUS ELEMENTARY Los Angeles | 0.2 mi | 5.2 |
| KIPP Raices Academy Los Angeles | 0.2 mi | 4.3 |
| Fourth Street Primary Center Los Angeles | 0.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Fourth Street Elementary Los Angeles | 0.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Griffith Middle Los Angeles | 0.4 mi | 8.2 |
| Arts In Action Community Charter Los Angeles | 0.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Arts in Action Community Middle Los Angeles | 0.5 mi | 5.1 |
| SIATech Academy South Los Angeles | 0.6 mi | 4.3 |
| Winter Gardens Elementary Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | 4.2 |
| Morris K. Hamasaki Elementary Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | 8.6 |
| Humphreys Avenue Elementary Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | 8.4 |
| KIPP Iluminar Academy Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | 4.2 |
| KIPP Sol Academy Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | 2.8 |
| Robert Hill Lane Elementary Monterey Park | 1.0 mi | 9.2 |
| Ford Boulevard Elementary Los Angeles | 0.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Alfonso B. Perez Special Education Center Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | 4.4 |
| Eastmont Intermediate Montebello | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Montebello Community Day Montebello | 0.9 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90022 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,829
Median Home Value
$603,500
Median Rent
$1,407/mo
Population
61,638
College Educated
9.6%
Homeownership
33.1%
Avg Commute
29.6 min
Poverty Rate
16.3%
Median Age
34.6
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| Citrus Valley High Redlands, CA | 8.2 |
| El Rancho High Pico Rivera, CA | 8.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about James A. Garfield Senior High
What grades does James A. Garfield Senior High serve?
James A. Garfield Senior High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend James A. Garfield Senior High?
James A. Garfield Senior High has an enrollment of approximately 2,223 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at James A. Garfield Senior High?
The student-teacher ratio at James A. Garfield Senior High is 17.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does James A. Garfield Senior High rank in CA?
James A. Garfield Senior High ranks #1,262 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is James A. Garfield Senior High's MySchoolScout rating?
James A. Garfield Senior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 James A. Garfield Senior High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, James A. Garfield Senior High has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is James A. Garfield Senior High a charter school?
No, James A. Garfield Senior High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is James A. Garfield Senior High a Title I school?
No, James A. Garfield Senior High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for James A. Garfield Senior High?
94.4% of students at James A. Garfield Senior High qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 2,223
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 127
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 94.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.8%
- Phone
- (323) 981-5500
- 4-Year Graduation
- 94.0%
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #140 of 769
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