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Garfield Elem School
Elementary School · Chicago Heights SD 170
140 E 23rd St, Chicago Heights, IL 60411
Enrollment
219
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
219
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#2,070 of 3,813
In Chicago Heights
#5 of 12
public schools
In district
#6 of 10
Chicago Heights SD 170
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Garfield Elem School
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About Garfield Elem School
Garfield Elem School is a public elementary school in Chicago Heights, IL, part of Chicago Heights SD 170. Garfield Elem School serves approximately 219 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Garfield Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,070 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Garfield Elem School show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.0 · Average
- District avg 6.3
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
41% of students at Garfield Elem School 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 Elem School — Students at Garfield Elem School score 15% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 4%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
98.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 5.5/10.
How Garfield Elem School Compares
See how Garfield Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
140 E 23rd St, Chicago Heights, IL 60411
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Garfield Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lincoln Elem School (rated 8.7/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Washington-McKinley Elem Sch (rated 6.6/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Chicago Heights, see our Chicago Heights schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lincoln Elem School Chicago Heights | 0.7 mi | 8.7 |
| U S Grant Elem School South Chicago Heights | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Chicago Heights | 0.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Washington-McKinley Elem Sch Chicago Heights | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| ST AGNES SCHOOL Chicago Heights | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Jefferson Elem School Chicago Heights | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Steger Primary Center South Chicago Heights | 1.2 mi | 2.6 |
| Chicago Heights Middle School Chicago Hts | 1.4 mi | 7.6 |
| Roosevelt Elem School Chicago Heights | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Bloom High School Chicago Heights | 1.6 mi | 5.2 |
| FOUNDATIONS 4 ADVANCEMENT Steger | 1.7 mi | — |
| Steger Intermediate Center Steger | 1.7 mi | 3.5 |
| Wilson Elem School Chicago Heights | 1.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Barack Obama Sch of Ldership Chicago Heights | 1.6 mi | 4.3 |
| Greenbriar Elem School Chicago Heights | 2.3 mi | 5.4 |
| Columbia Central School Steger | 2.4 mi | 4.1 |
| Algonquin Primary Center Park Forest | 1.8 mi | 5.1 |
| MARIAN CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Chicago Heights | 2.2 mi | 5.1 |
| HIGHER HEIGHTS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY SCHL OF FINE ARTS Ford Heights | 1.9 mi | — |
| HIGHER HEIGHTS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Ford Heights | 1.9 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60411 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,627
Median Home Value
$148,200
Median Rent
$1,156/mo
Population
52,395
College Educated
22.4%
Homeownership
65.3%
Avg Commute
35.9 min
Poverty Rate
22.3%
Median Age
35.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bismarck-Henning Elem School Bismarck, IL | 6.0 |
| Carter Elem School Chicago, IL | 6.0 |
| Columbus Elem School Chicago, IL | 6.0 |
| Dubois Elem School Chicago, IL | 6.0 |
| Dvorak Technology Acad Elem Sch Chicago, IL | 6.0 |
| Edison Elem School Stickney, IL | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Garfield Elem School
What grades does Garfield Elem School serve?
Garfield Elem School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Garfield Elem School?
Garfield Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 219 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Garfield Elem School?
The student-teacher ratio at Garfield Elem School is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Garfield Elem School rank in IL?
Garfield Elem School ranks #2,070 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Garfield Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?
Garfield Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Elem School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Garfield Elem School has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Garfield Elem School a charter school?
No, Garfield Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Garfield Elem School a Title I school?
No, Garfield Elem School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Garfield Elem School?
98.6% of students at Garfield Elem School 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 219
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.6%
- Phone
- (708) 756-4150
Resources & Links
District
Chicago Heights SD 170- District Enrollment
- 2,655
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,859
- District Rank
- #6 of 10
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