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Garfield Elementary School

Elementary School · Wellsville Local

1600 Lincoln Ave, Wellsville, OH 43968

Enrollment

202

Student-Teacher

16.8:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Pre-K – 2nd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#1,990 of 3,441

In Wellsville

#3 of 3

public schools

In district

#3 of 3

Wellsville Local

Academic performance

7.9 / 10

Very Good

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Garfield Elementary School

6.0/10

Elementary School in Wellsville · grades Pre-K – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Wellsville Jr. Sr. High

7.1/10

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6.7/10

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About Garfield Elementary School

Garfield Elementary School is a public elementary school in Wellsville, OH, part of Wellsville Local. Garfield Elementary School serves approximately 202 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 16.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Garfield Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,990 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Garfield Elementary School show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.3 pts below district
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • District avg 6.3
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

Garfield Elementary School 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.

37% 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.4Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.31 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.9Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency74.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency54.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency65% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+17.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile69th
Resources & Environment7.1Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,537
Chronic Absenteeism37.1%

Garfield Elementary School — Students at Garfield Elementary School score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 65.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 63.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
84.5%
ELA
74.5%
2013
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
77%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
64.5%
ELA
74.5%
2017
Math
64.5%
ELA
54.5%
2018
Math
54.5%
ELA
54.5%
2019
Math
54.5%
ELA
54.5%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
74.5%
ELA
54.5%

* 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: 4.4/10.

How Garfield Elementary School Compares

See how Garfield Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.0/10
42th percentile in OH
Academic
7.9/10
Very Good
Growth
4.4/10
Below Average
Environment
7.1/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
12 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
37.1%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1600 Lincoln Ave, Wellsville, OH 43968

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Garfield Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. New Manchester Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 6.5 miles away, in nearby New Cumberland), which scores notably higher. Another option is A. T. Allison Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby Chester), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Stanton Elementary School (rated 7.0/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Hammondsville), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Wellsville, see our Wellsville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Wellsville Jr. Sr. High Wellsville 0.2 mi 7.1
Daw Elementary School Wellsville 0.6 mi 6.7
Stanton Elementary School Hammondsville 4.2 mi 7.0
Westgate Middle School East Liverpool 4.0 mi 6.0
Preschool at Westgate Middle School East Liverpool 4.0 mi 4.2
Lacroft Elementary School East Liverpool 4.7 mi 5.9
Buckeye On-Line School for Success East Liverpool 4.4 mi 5.7
North Elementary School East Liverpool 5.1 mi 5.6
East Liverpool High School East Liverpool 5.2 mi 4.6
East Liverpool Junior High East Liverpool 5.2 mi 4.9
A. T. Allison Elementary School Chester 5.2 mi 8.3
New Manchester Elementary School New Cumberland 6.5 mi 8.8
Oak Glen Middle School New Cumberland 6.4 mi 8.4
Oak Glen High School New Cumberland 6.5 mi 6.1
Beaver Local Middle School East Liverpool 7.9 mi 7.2
Beaver Local High School East Liverpool 7.9 mi 5.2
Beaver Local Elementary School East Liverpool 7.9 mi 7.0
Southern Local Elementary School Salineville 7.0 mi 5.3
Southern Local Jr/Sr High School Salineville 7.0 mi 6.1
Southern Online Academy Salineville 7.0 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 43968 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$62,172

Median Home Value

$96,200

Median Rent

$784/mo

Population

6,445

College Educated

11.8%

Homeownership

70.4%

Avg Commute

26.4 min

Poverty Rate

20.1%

Median Age

48.1

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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 2nd.

How many students attend Garfield Elementary School?

Garfield Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 202 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Garfield Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Garfield Elementary School is 16.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Garfield Elementary School rank in OH?

Garfield Elementary School ranks #1,990 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Garfield Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Garfield Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
41 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
202
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
12
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Columbiana County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
37.1%

District

Wellsville Local
District Enrollment
664
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,537
District Rank
#3 of 3

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