GARFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Garfield Elem is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Ottawa school district, located in Ottawa, KS with about 283 students offering grade levels from 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 25 teachers, Garfield Elem has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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 is located in Ottawa, Kansas, and operates as part of the Ottawa USD 290 school district. Serving students in the local community, the school focuses on providing a foundational education tailored to the developmental needs of elementary-aged children. As a public institution, it adheres to the district’s broader mission of fostering academic growth, social responsibility, and a supportive learning environment for all its students.

The school benefits from being part of a unified district that emphasizes community involvement and resource sharing. Families interested in specific school policies, academic calendars, or enrollment procedures can find detailed information through the district’s official website at [www.usd290.org](http://www.usd290.org). The website serves as the primary hub for communication between the school administration, parents, and the Ottawa community.

For more information, contact Garfield Elem at (785) 229-8060 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.