Garfield Middle School

Garfield Middle School is a public middle school in Garfield, WA, part of the Garfield School District. The school serves approximately 28 students in grades 6th – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 5.6:1. Students demonstrate 38% proficiency in math, 1 points above the state average and 64% in reading/language arts, 15 points above the state average.

Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $63,750, where 28% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a remote rural setting.

With an enrollment of 28 students, Garfield Middle School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

With a student-teacher ratio of 5.6:1, Garfield Middle School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

Located in a rural area, Garfield Middle School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.