Excellent
#160 of 2,228 schools in WA
Top 7% in state
Garfield Elementary School
Elementary School · Everett School District
2215 Pine St., Everett, WA 98201
Enrollment
392
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
392
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#160 of 2,228
In Everett
#4 of 38
public schools
In district
#5 of 30
Everett School District
Academic growth
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Garfield Elementary School
Garfield Elementary School is a public elementary school in Everett, WA, part of Everett School District. Garfield Elementary School serves approximately 392 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Garfield Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #160 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Garfield Elementary School show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.8 · Excellent
- District avg 8.1
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
36% 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 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
70.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from WA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.4/10.
How Garfield Elementary School Compares
See how Garfield Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2215 Pine St., Everett, WA 98201
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Garfield Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Whittier Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Jackson Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 1.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Lowell Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 2.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Everett, see our Everett schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| EVERETT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Everett | 0.1 mi | 6.0 |
| North Middle School Everett | 0.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Hawthorne Elementary School Everett | 1.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Snohomish Detention Center Everett | 1.2 mi | — |
| Everett High School Everett | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION / OLPH Everett | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Whittier Elementary Everett | 1.3 mi | 9.4 |
| Special Services Everett | 1.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Everett Reengagement Academy Everett | 1.6 mi | 8.3 |
| Sequoia High School Everett | 1.5 mi | 4.4 |
| Port Gardner Everett | 1.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Jackson Elementary School Everett | 1.9 mi | 8.6 |
| FOREST PARK ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Everett | 2.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Lowell Elementary Everett | 2.6 mi | 7.9 |
| View Ridge Elementary Everett | 3.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Madison Elementary Everett | 3.6 mi | 4.5 |
| Sunnyside Elementary Marysville | 3.7 mi | 6.6 |
| ACADEMY NORTHWEST Marysville | 4.6 mi | 5.0 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOLS OF SNOHOMISH COUNTY Everett | 4.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Totem Middle School Marysville | 4.7 mi | 3.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98201 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,822
Median Home Value
$476,900
Median Rent
$1,443/mo
Population
31,212
College Educated
29.2%
Homeownership
46.9%
Avg Commute
27.8 min
Poverty Rate
16.3%
Median Age
39.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bryant Elementary School Seattle, WA | 8.8 |
| Carter Lake Elementary School Jblm Mcchord Field, WA | 8.8 |
| Emily Dickinson Elementary Redmond, WA | 8.8 |
| Franklin Elementary Spokane, WA | 8.8 |
| Hazelwood Elementary School Newcastle, WA | 8.8 |
| Helen Baller Elem Camas, WA | 8.8 |
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 392 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Garfield Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Garfield Elementary School is 16.3:1. 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 WA?
Garfield Elementary School ranks #160 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Garfield Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Garfield Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 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 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
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?
70.9% 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 392
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 70.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Snohomish County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.5%
- Phone
- (425) 385-4700
Resources & Links
District
Everett School District- District Enrollment
- 20,315
- Schools in District
- 33
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,396
- District Rank
- #5 of 30
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