Serving 631 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, James A Garfield Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 631 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
James A Garfield Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
James A Garfield Elementary School's student population of 631 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
631 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
James A Garfield Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of James A Garfield Elementary School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1405 out of 3241 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
1%
17%
White
96%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is James A Garfield Elementary School's ranking?
James A Garfield Elementary School is ranked #1405 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend James A Garfield Elementary School?
631 students attend James A Garfield Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of James A Garfield Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of James A Garfield Elementary School?
James A Garfield Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does James A Garfield Elementary School offer ?
James A Garfield Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is James A Garfield Elementary School part of?
James A Garfield Elementary School is part of James A Garfield Local School District.
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