Below Average
#786 of 864 schools in NM
Garfield Elementary
Elementary School · HATCH VALLEY
8820 HWY 187, Garfield, NM 87936
Enrollment
96
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
96
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#786 of 864
In district
#5 of 5
HATCH VALLEY
Academic performance
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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Garfield Elementary
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About Garfield Elementary
Garfield Elementary is a public elementary school in Garfield, NM, part of HATCH VALLEY. Garfield Elementary serves approximately 96 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Garfield Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #786 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Garfield Elementary show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2016).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 5.8
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 96 students, Garfield Elementary 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.
Garfield Elementary sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
58% of students at Garfield Elementary 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 — Students at Garfield Elementary score 26% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NM EDFACTS (2016-17)
Based on 17 test records from NM 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: 1.2/10.
How Garfield Elementary Compares
See how Garfield Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
8820 HWY 187, Garfield, NM 87936
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Garfield Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ARREY ELEMENTARY (rated 8.7/10, 7.2 miles away, in nearby Arrey), which scores notably higher. Another option is JORNADA ELEMENTARY (rated 7.8/10, 39.9 miles away, in nearby Las Cruces), which scores notably higher. Additionally, RIO GRANDE ELEMENTARY (rated 7.1/10, 9.2 miles away, in nearby Hatch), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Garfield, see our Garfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 39.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ARREY ELEMENTARY Arrey | 7.2 mi | 8.7 |
| HATCH VALLEY HIGH Hatch | 8.9 mi | 6.5 |
| HATCH VALLEY ELEMENTARY Hatch | 9.1 mi | 6.2 |
| RIO GRANDE ELEMENTARY Hatch | 9.2 mi | 7.1 |
| HATCH VALLEY MIDDLE Hatch | 9.2 mi | 7.8 |
| MANZANO CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Truth Or Consequences | 25.4 mi | — |
| T OR C ELEMENTARY T Or C | 27.1 mi | 3.1 |
| SIERRA ELEMENTARY T Or C | 27.1 mi | 6.2 |
| HOT SPRINGS HIGH T Or C | 27.1 mi | 5.8 |
| T OR C MIDDLE T Or C | 27.2 mi | 6.6 |
| AZTEC YOUTH ACADEMY Albuquerque | 38.6 mi | 5.4 |
| DONA ANA ELEMENTARY Las Cruces | 36.9 mi | 6.8 |
| EAST PICACHO ELEMENTARY Las Cruces | 37.6 mi | 6.5 |
| COLUMBIA ELEMENTARY Las Cruces | 38.0 mi | 6.6 |
| VISTA MIDDLE Las Cruces | 38.2 mi | 6.9 |
| FAIRACRES ELEMENTARY Las Cruces | 39.6 mi | 4.4 |
| RAICES DEL SABER XINACHTLI COMMUNITY Las Cruces | 39.7 mi | 6.3 |
| MAYFIELD HIGH Las Cruces | 40.0 mi | 5.1 |
| PICACHO MIDDLE Las Cruces | 40.2 mi | 5.5 |
| JORNADA ELEMENTARY Las Cruces | 39.9 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87936 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$21,393
Median Home Value
$130,800
Population
249
College Educated
0%
Homeownership
100%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
51.4%
Median Age
62.8
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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| ALTA VISTA ELEMENTARY Questa, NM | 4.2 |
| Dibe Yazhi Habitiin Olta' Inc. Crownpoint, NM | 4.2 |
| TIERRA AMARILLA ELEMENTARY Tierra Amarilla, NM | 4.2 |
| JUNCTION CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hobbs, NM | 4.1 |
| SAN ANTONIO ELEMENTARY San Antonio, NM | 4.1 |
| Mariano Lake Community School Crownpoint, NM | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Garfield Elementary
What grades does Garfield Elementary serve?
Garfield Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Garfield Elementary?
Garfield Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 96 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Garfield Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Garfield Elementary is 10.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Garfield Elementary rank in NM?
Garfield Elementary ranks #786 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Garfield Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Garfield Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Garfield Elementary has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2016).
Is Garfield Elementary a charter school?
No, Garfield Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Garfield Elementary a Title I school?
No, Garfield Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Garfield Elementary?
100.0% of students at Garfield Elementary 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
- 96
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Doña Ana County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 58.3%
- Phone
- (575) 267-8280
Resources & Links
District
HATCH VALLEY- District Enrollment
- 1,162
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,437
- District Rank
- #5 of 5
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