Excellent
#441 of 3,813 schools in IL
Top 12% in state
Based on limited data
Garfield Elem School
Elementary School · Forest Park SD 91
543 Hannah Ave, Forest Park, IL 60130
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on IL statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
192
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
192
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#441 of 3,813
In Forest Park
#2 of 5
public schools
In district
#2 of 4
Forest Park SD 91
School environment
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Garfield Elem School
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About Garfield Elem School
Garfield Elem School is a public elementary school in Forest Park, IL, part of Forest Park SD 91. Garfield Elem School serves approximately 192 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Garfield Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #441 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- District avg 8.2
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 192 students, Garfield Elem School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
32.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Garfield Elem School Compares
See how Garfield Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
543 Hannah Ave, Forest Park, IL 60130
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Garfield Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lincoln Elem School (rated 9.2/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby River Forest), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ALCUIN MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Oak Park), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Field Stevenson Elem School (rated 8.3/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Forest Park, see our Forest Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CHOSEN ONES LEARNING CENTER Forest Park | 0.4 mi | — |
| Forest Park Middle School Forest Park | 0.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Field Stevenson Elem School Forest Park | 0.5 mi | 8.3 |
| Gwendolyn Brooks Middle School Oak Park | 0.7 mi | 6.8 |
| ST LUKE SCHOOL River Forest | 0.9 mi | 8.1 |
| Betsy Ross Elem School Forest Park | 1.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Lincoln Elem School River Forest | 1.0 mi | 9.2 |
| THE FIELD SCHOOL Oak Park | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Abraham Lincoln Elem School Oak Park | 0.9 mi | 7.9 |
| Roosevelt School River Forest | 1.1 mi | 8.9 |
| Jefferson Elem School Berwyn | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| LA CASA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Oak Park | 1.1 mi | — |
| WEST SUBURBAN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Oak Park | 1.2 mi | 4.6 |
| CORNERSTONE ACADEMY Oak Park | 1.2 mi | — |
| FENWICK HIGH SCHOOL Oak Park | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| ALCUIN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Oak Park | 1.4 mi | 8.9 |
| Oliver W Holmes Elem School Oak Park | 1.5 mi | 8.1 |
| Prairie Oak School Berwyn | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| CONCORDIA UNIV EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION CENTER River Forest | 1.6 mi | — |
| PACTT LEARNING CENTER Oak Park | 1.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60130 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$81,323
Median Home Value
$293,800
Median Rent
$1,352/mo
Population
14,000
College Educated
49.8%
Homeownership
53.6%
Avg Commute
29.1 min
Poverty Rate
10.8%
Median Age
40
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Acero Chtr - Esmera Santiago Cmps Chicago, IL | 8.2 |
| Cowden-Herrick Grade School Herrick, IL | 8.2 |
| Dimmick Comm Cons SD 175 La Salle, IL | 8.2 |
| Dunlap Grade School Dunlap, IL | 8.2 |
| Giant City Elem School Carbondale, IL | 8.2 |
| River Ridge Elementary School Hanover, IL | 8.2 |
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 2nd.
How many students attend Garfield Elem School?
Garfield Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 192 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Garfield Elem School?
The student-teacher ratio at Garfield Elem School is 12.8:1. 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 #441 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Garfield Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?
Garfield Elem School 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.
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?
32.8% 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 192
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 32.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.1%
- Phone
- (708) 366-6945
Resources & Links
District
Forest Park SD 91- District Enrollment
- 713
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $32,336
- District Rank
- #2 of 4
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