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#744 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 41% in state
Garfield Elementary School
Elementary School · Revere
176 Garfield Avenue, Revere, MA 02151
Enrollment
690
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
690
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#744 of 1,793
In Revere
#1 of 11
public schools
In district
#1 of 11
Revere
Academic growth
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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About Garfield Elementary School
Garfield Elementary School is a public elementary school in Revere, MA, part of Revere. Garfield Elementary School serves approximately 690 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Garfield Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #744 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Garfield Elementary School show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- District avg 4.4
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Garfield Elementary School — Students at Garfield Elementary School score 34% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 82 test records from MA 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: 7.4/10.
How Garfield Elementary School Compares
See how Garfield Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
176 Garfield Avenue, Revere, MA 02151
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Garfield Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bradley Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby East Boston), which scores notably higher. Another option is William P. Gorman/Fort Banks Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Winthrop), which scores notably higher. Additionally, William A Berkowitz Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Chelsea), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Revere, see our Revere schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Garfield Middle School Revere | 0.0 mi | 4.3 |
| CityLab Innovation High School Revere | 0.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Beachmont Veterans Memorial School Revere | 0.6 mi | 4.0 |
| Paul Revere Revere | 1.0 mi | 4.0 |
| Rumney Marsh Academy Revere | 0.9 mi | 4.1 |
| Bradley Elementary School East Boston | 1.1 mi | 9.3 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION Revere | 0.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Revere High Revere | 1.0 mi | 4.2 |
| Guild Elementary School East Boston | 1.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Abraham Lincoln Revere | 1.3 mi | 3.7 |
| William P. Gorman/Fort Banks Elementary Winthrop | 1.4 mi | 9.0 |
| Staff Sargent James J. Hill Elementary School Revere | 1.2 mi | 3.7 |
| Winthrop Middle School Winthrop | 1.7 mi | 8.1 |
| Winthrop High School Winthrop | 1.7 mi | 5.9 |
| William A Berkowitz Elementary Chelsea | 1.4 mi | 8.1 |
| Edgar A Hooks Elementary Chelsea | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| George F. Kelly Elementary Chelsea | 1.4 mi | 3.1 |
| Frank M Sokolowski Elementary Chelsea | 1.4 mi | 4.8 |
| Arthur T. Cummings Elementary School Winthrop | 1.9 mi | 4.4 |
| Chelsea Virtual Learning Academy Chelsea | 1.6 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02151 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$80,948
Median Home Value
$566,200
Median Rent
$1,964/mo
Population
59,949
College Educated
24.7%
Homeownership
50.1%
Avg Commute
35.1 min
Poverty Rate
12.4%
Median Age
39.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Blanchard Memorial School Boxborough, MA | 6.7 |
| Charlotte M Murkland Elementary Lowell, MA | 6.7 |
| Chickering Dover, MA | 6.7 |
| Halifax Elementary Halifax, MA | 6.7 |
| Howe-Manning Middleton, MA | 6.7 |
| Joseph McAvinnue Lowell, MA | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Garfield Elementary School
What grades does Garfield Elementary School serve?
Garfield Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Garfield Elementary School?
Garfield Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 690 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Garfield Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Garfield Elementary School is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Garfield Elementary School rank in MA?
Garfield Elementary School ranks #744 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Garfield Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Garfield Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Garfield Elementary School has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Garfield Elementary School a charter school?
No, Garfield Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Garfield Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Garfield Elementary School 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
- 690
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 65
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 26.1%
- Phone
- (781) 286-8296
Resources & Links
District
Revere- District Enrollment
- 7,344
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,554
- District Rank
- #1 of 11
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