For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 84 students in Garfield, AR.
The top ranked public school in Garfield, AR is Garfield Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Garfield, AR public schools have an average math proficiency score of 75% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Garfield have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Garfield, AR (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Garfield Elementary School
(Math: 70-79% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
18432 Marshall
Garfield, AR 72732
(479) 359-3263
Garfield, AR 72732
(479) 359-3263
Grades: K-5
| 84 students
Rank: n/an/a
Garfield Scholars Academy
Charter School
18432 Marshall St
Garfield, AR 72732
(501) 253-3707
Garfield, AR 72732
(501) 253-3707
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Garfield, AR?
The top ranked public schools in Garfield, AR include Garfield Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Garfield?
2 public schools are located in Garfield.
What is the racial composition of students in Garfield?
Garfield public schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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