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Garfield Heights High School

High School · Garfield Heights City Schools

4900 Turney Rd, Garfield Heights, OH 44125

Enrollment

1,084

Student-Teacher

18.7:1

Score

2.9

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#3,378 of 3,441

In Garfield Heights

#7 of 8

public schools

In district

#5 of 5

Garfield Heights City Schools

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2.9/10

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About Garfield Heights High School

Garfield Heights High School is a public high school in Garfield Heights, OH, part of Garfield Heights City Schools. Garfield Heights High School serves approximately 1,084 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 18.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Garfield Heights High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.9 out of 10 and ranks #3,378 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Garfield Heights High School show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it compares3.0 pts below OH schools
  • This school 2.9 · Needs Improvement
  • OH avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

70% of students at Garfield Heights High 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 · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress1.3Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-6.76 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics2.1Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency4% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency23% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency14% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-33.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile5th
College Readiness5.0Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate83%
AP Participation1.6%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment2.7Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,472
Chronic Absenteeism69.6%

Garfield Heights High School — Students at Garfield Heights High School score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 40.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 56.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 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
75%
ELA
78%
2010
Math
79%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
76%
ELA
84%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
84%
2013
Math
68%
ELA
81%
2014
Math
66%
ELA
79%
2015
Math
23%
ELA
36%
2016
Math
19%
ELA
43%
2017
Math
13%
ELA
36%
2018
Math
14%
ELA
43%
2019
Math
14%
ELA
43%
2020*
Math
4%
ELA
23%
2021*
Math
4%
ELA
23%

* 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: 1.3/10.

How Garfield Heights High School Compares

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

Overall Score
2.9/10
2th percentile in OH
Academic
2.1/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
1.3/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
2.7/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
1
State avg: 2.3
Sports
14
7 boys' · 7 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
58 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
69.6%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs1 AP course offered
1.6% participation·State avg: 2.3 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics14sports offered
7 boys'·7 girls'·25 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

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

Location

4900 Turney Rd, Garfield Heights, OH 44125

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Garfield Heights High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Cuyahoga Hts High School (rated 8.4/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Cuyahoga Heights), which scores notably higher. Another option is TRINITY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, John Adams College & Career Academy (rated 6.2/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Cleveland), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Garfield Heights, see our Garfield Heights schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
North Shore High School Garfield Heights 0.3 mi 3.2
The Brilliance School Garfield Heights 0.8 mi 6.4
Elmwood Elementary School Garfield Heights 0.8 mi 3.6
Warner Girls Leadership Academy Cleveland 1.0 mi 3.1
Miles Park School Cleveland 1.4 mi 4.3
TRINITY HIGH SCHOOL Garfield Heights 1.2 mi 8.1
Miles School Cleveland 1.4 mi 5.2
William Foster Elementary School Garfield Heights 1.4 mi 3.2
Harvard Avenue Performance Academy Cleveland 1.6 mi 3.9
Garfield Heights Middle School Garfield Heights 1.7 mi 3.0
Maple Leaf Elementary School Garfield Heights 1.7 mi 4.4
Cuyahoga Hts High School Cuyahoga Heights 1.4 mi 8.4
Cuyahoga Hts Middle School Cuyahoga Heights 1.5 mi 9.0
Cuyahoga Hts Elementary School Cuyahoga Heights 1.5 mi 8.9
SMART Academy Garfield Heights 1.6 mi 2.7
Hope Academy Northcoast Cleveland 1.6 mi 2.3
John Adams College & Career Academy Cleveland 2.0 mi 6.2
Cleveland Metro Remote School K-12 Cleveland 2.0 mi 3.5
Albert Bushnell Hart Cleveland 2.0 mi 6.2
Nathan Hale School Cleveland 2.3 mi 4.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 44125 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$55,524

Median Home Value

$107,400

Median Rent

$1,103/mo

Population

29,366

College Educated

17.4%

Homeownership

61.8%

Avg Commute

22.7 min

Poverty Rate

19.5%

Median Age

39.2

Similar Schools

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School Rating
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Robert A. Taft Information Technology High School Cincinnati, OH 2.8
Walnut Ridge High School Columbus, OH 3.0
West High School Columbus, OH 2.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Garfield Heights High School

What grades does Garfield Heights High School serve?

Garfield Heights High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Garfield Heights High School?

Garfield Heights High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,084 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Garfield Heights High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Garfield Heights High School is 18.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Garfield Heights High School rank in OH?

Garfield Heights High School ranks #3,378 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Garfield Heights High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Garfield Heights High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.9 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 Heights High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Garfield Heights High School has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Garfield Heights High School a charter school?

No, Garfield Heights High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Garfield Heights High School a Title I school?

No, Garfield Heights High School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
74 Very Walkable
Transit Score
37 Some Transit
Bike Score
44 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,084
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
58
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cuyahoga County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
69.6%
4-Year Graduation
83.0%

District

Garfield Heights City Schools
District Enrollment
2,920
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,472
District Rank
#5 of 5

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