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#88 of 240 schools in DC
Top 36% in state
Garfield ES
Elementary School · District of Columbia Public Schools
4430 H St. SE, Washington, DC 20019
Enrollment
202
Student-Teacher
8.1:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
202
Student-Teacher
8.1:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
District of Columbia schools
#88 of 240
In Washington
#88 of 240
public schools
In district
#49 of 116
District of Columbia Public Schools
Academic growth
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Garfield ES
Garfield ES is a public elementary school in Washington, DC, part of District of Columbia Public Schools. Garfield ES serves approximately 202 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 8.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Garfield ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #88 of 240 schools in DC.
Structured state assessment records for Garfield ES show 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.9 · Average
- District avg 6.8
- DC avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 8.1:1 students to teachers, Garfield ES sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
56% of students at Garfield ES 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 ES — Students at Garfield ES score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Test Scores DC OSSE DC CAPE school-level (% Meeting or Exceeding) (2024-25)
Based on 32 test records from DC 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 ES Compares
See how Garfield ES performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4430 H St. SE, Washington, DC 20019
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Garfield ES may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. C.W. Harris ES (rated 6.8/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Nalle ES (rated 6.3/10, 0.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, DC Prep PCS - Benning ES (rated 5.9/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Washington, see our Washington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| KIPP DC - KEY Academy PCS Washington | 0.3 mi | 4.4 |
| KIPP DC - LEAP Academy PCS Washington | 0.3 mi | 5.2 |
| KIPP DC - Promise Academy PCS Washington | 0.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Plummer ES Washington | 0.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Rocketship PCS - Legacy Prep Washington | 0.6 mi | 2.3 |
| Nalle ES Washington | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| CORNERSTONE SCHOOLS-WASHINGTON Washington | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| The SEED PCS of Washington DC Washington | 0.7 mi | 4.3 |
| Bradbury Heights Elementary Capital Heights | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| C.W. Harris ES Washington | 0.7 mi | 6.8 |
| DC Prep PCS - Benning ES Washington | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| DC Prep PCS - Benning MS Washington | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Smothers ES Washington | 1.0 mi | 4.6 |
| Kelly Miller MS Washington | 1.0 mi | 3.9 |
| Sousa MS Washington | 0.9 mi | 4.2 |
| KIPP DC - Valor Academy PCS Washington | 1.1 mi | 5.6 |
| KIPP DC - Quest Academy PCS Washington | 1.1 mi | 4.3 |
| KIPP DC - Arts and Technology Academy PCS Washington | 1.1 mi | 5.8 |
| DC Scholars PCS Washington | 1.1 mi | 4.3 |
| Kimball ES Washington | 1.1 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20019 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,031
Median Home Value
$437,600
Median Rent
$1,174/mo
Population
64,365
College Educated
25.2%
Homeownership
40.7%
Avg Commute
35.7 min
Poverty Rate
24.9%
Median Age
33.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| SHERIDAN SCHOOL Washington, DC | 6.9 |
| Early Childhood Academy PCS Washington, DC | 7.0 |
| Friendship PCS - Woodridge International Elementary Washington, DC | 7.0 |
| Thomson ES Washington, DC | 7.0 |
| C.W. Harris ES Washington, DC | 6.8 |
| Friendship PCS - Blow Pierce Elementary Washington, DC | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Garfield ES
What grades does Garfield ES serve?
Garfield ES serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Garfield ES?
Garfield ES has an enrollment of approximately 202 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Garfield ES?
The student-teacher ratio at Garfield ES is 8.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Garfield ES rank in DC?
Garfield ES ranks #88 of 240 schools in DC.
What is Garfield ES's MySchoolScout rating?
Garfield ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 ES?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Garfield ES has 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Garfield ES a charter school?
No, Garfield ES is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Garfield ES a Title I school?
No, Garfield ES is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 202
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- District of Columbia
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 56.4%
- Phone
- (202) 671-6140
Resources & Links
District
District of Columbia Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 51,294
- Schools in District
- 117
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $31,629
- District Rank
- #49 of 116
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