GARFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

GARFIELD ELEMENTARY is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Alexandria Public School District school district, located in GARFIELD, MN with about 126 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 10 teachers, GARFIELD ELEMENTARY has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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, located at 303 Sanstead St E in Garfield, Minnesota, is a public school that serves as a key part of the Alexandria Public Schools district (ISD 206). Situated in a small, close-knit community, the school is dedicated to providing a supportive and nurturing learning environment for its K-5 students. Its curriculum focuses on foundational academic skills while fostering social-emotional growth, aiming to prepare young learners for their transition to the middle and high school levels within the Alexandria district.

As part of the broader Alexandria Public Schools network, GARFIELD ELEMENTARY benefits from the district's commitment to innovation, technology integration, and community engagement. The school emphasizes a partnership between educators, students, and families to ensure student success both inside and outside the classroom. Families looking for more specific information regarding school programs, enrollment, or district-wide initiatives can visit the official district website at [http://www.alexandria.k12.mn.us](http://www.alexandria.k12.mn.us).

For more information, contact GARFIELD ELEMENTARY at (320) 762-3350 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.