JAMES A GARFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

James A Garfield Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the James A Garfield Local school district, located in Garrettsville, OH with about 748 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th 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 45 teachers, James A Garfield Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

James A. Garfield Elementary School, located at 10207 State Route 88 in Garrettsville, Ohio, serves as a foundational educational institution within the James A. Garfield Local School District. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment for young students in the community, emphasizing core academic development alongside social-emotional growth. By focusing on a well-rounded curriculum, the elementary school aims to prepare its students for the transitions of middle and high school while promoting values of citizenship and personal responsibility.

As part of the broader Garrettsville community, the school acts as a hub for local families, often integrating community engagement into its educational mission. The facility operates with a commitment to maintaining rigorous academic standards while providing the necessary resources—such as extracurricular activities and student support services—to meet the diverse needs of its student body. Overall, James A. Garfield Elementary serves as a vital component of the district, striving to build a strong academic base for the children of Portage County.

For more information, contact James A Garfield Elementary School at (330) 527-2184 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.