Garfield Elementary School serves 361 students in grades Kindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 361 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Garfield Elementary School's student population of 361 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
361 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Ensuring all students learn and grow is our collective responsibility.
School Rankings
The diversity score of Garfield Elementary School is 0.27, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
2%
17%
White
85%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Garfield Elementary School often compared to?
Garfield Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Licking Valley Elementary School, Lakewood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Garfield Elementary School?
361 students attend Garfield Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Garfield Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Garfield Elementary School?
Garfield Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Garfield Elementary School offer ?
Garfield Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Garfield Elementary School part of?
Garfield Elementary School is part of Heath City School District.
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