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Garfield Elementary School

10301 Hartsook St
Houston, TX 77034
(School attendance zone shown in map)
3/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 518 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Garfield Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 518 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 98%
  • : Bottom 50% in TX
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Garfield Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:

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School Overview

Garfield Elementary School's student population of 518 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
518 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Together we can inspire, motivate, and empower our students to achieve greatness.
School Mascot
Garfield Gators

School Rankings

Garfield Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Garfield Elementary School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (TX)
#5750 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
30-34%
44%
40-44%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
91%
53%
Black
6%
13%
White
2%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.17
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Garfield Gators
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Garfield Elementary School's ranking?
Garfield Elementary School is ranked #5750 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Garfield Elementary School often compared to?
Garfield Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Freeman Elementary School, Genoa Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Garfield Elementary School?
518 students attend Garfield Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Garfield Elementary School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Garfield Elementary School?
Garfield Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Garfield Elementary School offer ?
Garfield Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Garfield Elementary School part of?
Garfield Elementary School is part of Pasadena Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Garfield Elementary School located?
Garfield Elementary School is located in the Edgebrook Area neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 2 other public schools located in Edgebrook Area.

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Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 518 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 98%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

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