Below Average
#2705 of 3,192 schools in MI
Garfield Elementary School
Elementary School · Wyandotte School District of the City of
340 SUPERIOR BLVD, Wyandotte, MI 48192
Enrollment
439
Student-Teacher
18.3:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
439
Student-Teacher
18.3:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#2,705 of 3,192
In Wyandotte
#8 of 9
public schools
In district
#8 of 9
Wyandotte School District of the City of
School environment
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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About Garfield Elementary School
Garfield Elementary School is a public elementary school in Wyandotte, MI, part of Wyandotte School District of the City of. Garfield Elementary School serves approximately 439 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 18.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Garfield Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,705 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Garfield Elementary School show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 5.1
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Garfield Elementary 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 Elementary School — Students at Garfield Elementary School score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
74.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 test records from MI 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: 2.9/10.
How Garfield Elementary School Compares
See how Garfield Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
340 SUPERIOR BLVD, Wyandotte, MI 48192
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Garfield Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hoover School (rated 7.5/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Lincoln Park), which scores notably higher. Another option is JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Lincoln Park), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST PIUS SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Southgate), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Wyandotte, see our Wyandotte schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Roosevelt High School Wyandotte | 0.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Washington Elementary School Wyandotte | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| The Lincoln Center Wyandotte | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Jefferson Elementary School Wyandotte | 1.1 mi | 4.5 |
| Woodrow Wilson School Wyandotte | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Monroe Elementary School Wyandotte | 1.3 mi | 4.7 |
| Jo Brighton Skills Center Wyandotte | 1.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Madison School Wyandotte | 1.7 mi | 7.7 |
| Earl F Carr School Lincoln Park | 1.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Mixter School Lincoln Park | 2.2 mi | 5.8 |
| GrandPort Elementary Academy Ecorse | 2.5 mi | 2.9 |
| Keppen School Lincoln Park | 2.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Grogan Elementary School Southgate | 1.9 mi | 3.6 |
| Riverview Community High School Riverview | 2.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Riverview Virtual Academy Riverview | 2.2 mi | 7.9 |
| JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC SCHOOL Lincoln Park | 2.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Hoover School Lincoln Park | 2.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Riverview Transition Center Riverview | 2.5 mi | — |
| CHRIST THE KING LUTHERAN SCHOOL Southgate | 2.2 mi | 6.0 |
| ST PIUS SCHOOL Southgate | 2.2 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48192 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,846
Median Home Value
$159,700
Median Rent
$995/mo
Population
24,593
College Educated
21.1%
Homeownership
73.5%
Avg Commute
23.7 min
Poverty Rate
15.3%
Median Age
40.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bangor Lincoln School Bay City, MI | 4.6 |
| Central School Vassar, MI | 4.6 |
| Collins Elementary School Houghton Lake, MI | 4.6 |
| Edwardsburg Primary School Edwardsburg, MI | 4.6 |
| Glenwood Elementary Grand Rapids, MI | 4.6 |
| Martin Luther King Leadership Academy Grand Rapids, MI | 4.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Garfield Elementary School
What grades does Garfield Elementary School serve?
Garfield Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Garfield Elementary School?
Garfield Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 439 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Garfield Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Garfield Elementary School is 18.3:1. 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 MI?
Garfield Elementary School ranks #2,705 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Garfield Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Garfield Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
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.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Garfield Elementary School?
74.3% of students at Garfield Elementary 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 439
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 74.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Wayne County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.6%
- Phone
- (734) 759-5500
Resources & Links
District
Wyandotte School District of the City of- District Enrollment
- 4,232
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,505
- District Rank
- #8 of 9
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