GARFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Garfield ES is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the District of Columbia Public Schools school district, located in Washington, DC with about 301 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. 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 21 teachers, Garfield ES has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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 at 2435 Alabama Ave SE in Washington, D.C., is a public school operating under the District of Columbia Public Schools (DCPS) system. Serving students in the Ward 8 community, the school is dedicated to fostering academic growth and social-emotional development within a supportive educational environment. As part of the DCPS network, Garfield Elementary follows the district’s comprehensive curriculum standards, aiming to prepare its student body for success in middle school and beyond through a blend of rigorous instruction and community engagement.

The school emphasizes a collaborative approach to learning, often leveraging resources provided by the district to support diverse student needs, including literacy programs, STEM initiatives, and extracurricular enrichment. By focusing on individualized attention and school-wide culture, Garfield strives to create an inclusive atmosphere where students are encouraged to reach their full potential. Parents and community members can stay informed about specific school policies, academic calendars, and enrollment opportunities by visiting the official DCPS website at http://www.dcps.dc.gov.

For more information, contact Garfield ES at (202) 671-6140 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.