Serving 28 students in grades 6-8, Garfield Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 28 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Garfield Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Garfield Middle School's student population of 28 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
28 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Garfield Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Garfield Middle School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#684 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
4%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
96%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
n/a
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Garfield Middle School's ranking?
Garfield Middle School is ranked #684 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Garfield Middle School?
28 students attend Garfield Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Garfield Middle School students are White, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Garfield Middle School?
Garfield Middle School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Garfield Middle School offer ?
Garfield Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Garfield Middle School part of?
Garfield Middle School is part of Garfield School District.
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