Serving 189 students in grades 2-3, Garfield School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 2-3
- Enrollment: 189 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Garfield School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Garfield School's student population of 189 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
189 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Mascot
Vikings
School Rankings
Garfield School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Garfield School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#262 out of 1269 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
32%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
14%
22%
Black
12%
7%
White
52%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
20%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Vikings
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Garfield School's ranking?
Garfield School is ranked #262 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Garfield School?
189 students attend Garfield School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Garfield School students are White, 20% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Garfield School?
Garfield School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Garfield School offer ?
Garfield School offers enrollment in grades 2-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Garfield School part of?
Garfield School is part of Parsons School District.
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