GARFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Garfield Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Oakland Unified school district, located in Oakland, CA with about 654 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 25 teachers, Garfield Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 26:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Garfield Elementary School, located in the San Antonio neighborhood of Oakland, California, serves a diverse student population within the Oakland Unified School District. As a TK-5 institution, the school is deeply integrated into its urban community and is known for its commitment to providing comprehensive academic support to students from various cultural and linguistic backgrounds. The school emphasizes a supportive learning environment, often focusing on social-emotional growth alongside standard core curriculum requirements to ensure students are prepared for middle school transitions.

Geographically situated on 22nd Avenue, the school acts as a local hub for families in the East Oakland area. The campus facilities support a range of programs designed to engage students in both classroom learning and extracurricular enrichment. By fostering partnerships with local community organizations and maintaining a focus on inclusivity, Garfield Elementary strives to create a stable, nurturing educational foundation for its students while addressing the unique needs of a vibrant, multi-ethnic neighborhood.

For more information, contact Garfield Elementary at (510) 535-2857 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.