GARFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Garfield Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Toppenish School District school district, located in TOPPENISH, WA with about 415 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 21 teachers, Garfield Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. 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 505 Madison Avenue in Toppenish, Washington, serves as a primary educational institution within the Toppenish School District. As a public elementary school, it is dedicated to providing foundational academic instruction to students in the local community. The school emphasizes creating a supportive learning environment aimed at fostering student growth, literacy, and core educational competencies, while working within the broader framework of the district’s academic goals.

The school functions as a community hub that prioritizes student engagement and development. By focusing on essential subjects and social-emotional growth, Garfield Elementary strives to prepare its young learners for success in their middle and high school years. Through its integration with the Toppenish School District, the school emphasizes accessibility and consistent communication with families, utilizing resources and administrative structures to ensure that students receive the support necessary to thrive in an evolving educational landscape.

For more information, contact Garfield Elementary School at (509) 865-4575 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.