Below Average
#3315 of 3,813 schools in IL
Garfield Elem School
Elementary School · Maywood-Melrose Park-Broadview 89
1514 S 9th Ave, Maywood, IL 60153
Enrollment
493
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
493
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#3,315 of 3,813
In Maywood
#4 of 6
public schools
In district
#6 of 9
Maywood-Melrose Park-Broadview 89
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Garfield Elem School
Elementary School in Maywood · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Garfield Elem School
Garfield Elem School is a public elementary school in Maywood, IL, part of Maywood-Melrose Park-Broadview 89. Garfield Elem School serves approximately 493 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Garfield Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #3,315 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Garfield Elem School show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- District avg 5.4
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
40% 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 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
58.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 23 test records from IL 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: 5.1/10.
How Garfield Elem School Compares
See how Garfield Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1514 S 9th Ave, Maywood, IL 60153
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, 1.6 miles away, in nearby River Forest), which scores notably higher. Another option is Washington Dual Language Academy (rated 8.3/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lincoln Elem School (rated 7.4/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Maywood, see our Maywood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Roosevelt Elem School Broadview | 0.5 mi | 3.3 |
| Washington Dual Language Academy Maywood | 0.6 mi | 8.3 |
| MAYWOOD MARGERY DAW DAY CARE Maywood | 0.7 mi | — |
| Irving Middle School Maywood | 0.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Emerson Elem School Maywood | 0.7 mi | 4.0 |
| Proviso East High School Maywood | 0.7 mi | 4.3 |
| Proviso Math and Science Academy Forest Park | 0.9 mi | 7.9 |
| Lindop Elem School Broadview | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| WALTHER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Melrose Park | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Lincoln Elem School Maywood | 1.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Melrose Park Elem School Melrose Park | 1.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Roosevelt Middle School Bellwood | 1.3 mi | 4.6 |
| Thurgood Marshall Elem School Bellwood | 1.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Jane Addams Elem School Melrose Park | 1.8 mi | 3.7 |
| Komarek Elem School North Riverside | 1.9 mi | 6.1 |
| JOSEPH ACADEMY-MELROSE PARK Melrose Park | 1.8 mi | 4.7 |
| JOSEPH ACADEMY Melrose Park | 1.8 mi | — |
| Lincoln Elem School River Forest | 1.6 mi | 9.2 |
| Lincoln Elementary School Bellwood | 1.6 mi | 3.9 |
| CHOSEN ONES LEARNING CENTER Forest Park | 1.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60153 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,498
Median Home Value
$212,600
Median Rent
$1,203/mo
Population
23,173
College Educated
16.7%
Homeownership
60.5%
Avg Commute
32.9 min
Poverty Rate
15.3%
Median Age
35.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Adm Richard E Byrd Elem School Elk Grove Village, IL | 4.4 |
| Bethalto East Primary School Bethalto, IL | 4.4 |
| Cassell Elem School Chicago, IL | 4.4 |
| Cedar Ridge Elem School Bloomington, IL | 4.4 |
| Centennial Elem School Streator, IL | 4.4 |
| Devonshire Elem School Skokie, IL | 4.4 |
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 6th.
How many students attend Garfield Elem School?
Garfield Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 493 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Garfield Elem School?
The student-teacher ratio at Garfield Elem School is 14.9:1. 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 #3,315 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Garfield Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?
Garfield Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 29% 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?
58.2% 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 493
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 58.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.0%
- Phone
- (708) 450-2009
Resources & Links
District
Maywood-Melrose Park-Broadview 89- District Enrollment
- 4,153
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,096
- District Rank
- #6 of 9
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