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Garfield Middle School

Summary:

Garfield Middle School is a small public middle school in Garfield, Washington, serving 31 students in grades 6-8. With a predominantly White student body, the school has consistently ranked in the top half of Washington middle schools and maintains a 4-star rating, indicating above-average performance.

Garfield Middle School's test scores, particularly in 8th-grade English Language Arts, are higher than the state averages. However, the school's lack of racial diversity is noteworthy, with 96.77% of students identifying as White compared to the state's more diverse middle school population. Additionally, the school has seen significant fluctuations in per-student spending, which may impact its ability to provide consistent resources and support for its students.

Interestingly, the nearby Palouse at Garfield Middle School, which is part of the Palouse School District, has a similar small student population and predominantly White student body, but consistently outperforms Garfield Middle School in state rankings and test scores. This suggests that factors beyond just student demographics may contribute to a school's academic success.


Detail:

Public 6-8

 810 N Third Street
       Garfield, WA  99130

(509) 878-1921

District: Garfield School District

SchoolDigger Rank:
187th of 535 Washington Middle Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $42,684 Help


Students who attend Garfield Middle School usually attend:

High:    Garfield at Palouse High School

Feeder schools for Garfield Middle School:

Elementary:    Garfield Elementary

Student/teacher ratio:  5.4 Help
Number of students:  28

Racial breakdown:

White:
96.4%
Hispanic:
3.6%

Free/discounted lunch recipients:  50% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details Garfield Middle School ranks better than 65% of middle schools in Washington. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 61.08. (See more...)
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (96.4%), Hispanic (3.6%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 50% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Garfield Middle School is 5.4. (See more...)
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Finance
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Garfield Middle School is $42,684.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Garfield Middle School:

SchoolDigger ranks Garfield Middle School 187th of 535 Washington public middle schools. (See Garfield Middle School in the ranking list.)

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Rank History for Garfield Middle School

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Rank History for all students at Garfield Middle School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools WA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2004 65.15 145th 421 65.6%
2005 95.93 14th 425 96.7%
2006 74.62 89th 449 80.2%
2007 56.28 188th 463 59.4%
2008 45.15 262nd 466 43.8%
2011 46.19 278th 492 43.5%
2012 14.57 457th 497 8.0%
2013 69.32 135th 498 72.9%
2016 53.74 197th 443 55.5%
2021 78.14 105th 529 80.2%
2022 72.09 129th 541 76.2%
2023 69.55 141st 539 73.8%
2024 61.08 187th 535 65.0%
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Rank History for White students at Garfield Middle School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools WA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2022 80.21 79th 488 83.8%
2023 56.03 189th 488 61.3%
2024 48.96 244th 486 49.8%
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Data source: test scores: Washington Office of Superindentent of Public Instruction, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Data source: Washington State Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction

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Enrollment information for Garfield Middle School

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1988 37 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 37
1989 34 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 34
1990 39 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 39
1991 39 0 1 1 0 n/a n/a 0 41
1992 41 0 0 2 0 n/a n/a 0 43
1993 94 0 1 4 2 n/a n/a 0 101
1994 101 0 0 1 2 n/a n/a 0 104
1995 115 0 1 3 0 n/a n/a 0 119
1996 115 0 1 3 0 n/a n/a 0 119
1997 122 0 0 2 1 n/a n/a 0 125
1998 105 1 0 3 0 n/a n/a 0 109
1999 115 1 0 3 0 n/a n/a 0 119
2000 92 0 0 5 1 n/a n/a 0 98
2001 92 0 0 4 1 n/a n/a 0 97
2002 93 1 0 4 1 n/a n/a 0 99
2003 93 1 0 4 1 n/a n/a 0 99
2004 102 0 0 6 0 n/a n/a 0 108
2005 34 0 0 3 0 n/a n/a 0 37
2006 32 0 0 2 0 n/a n/a 0 34
2007 22 0 0 1 2 n/a n/a 0 25
2008 24 0 0 1 1 n/a n/a 0 26
2009 24 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 24
2010 19 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 19
2011 16 0 0 2 1 0 1 0 20
2012 18 0 0 0 1 0 1 0 20
2013 22 0 0 0 1 0 1 0 24
2014 19 0 0 2 0 0 2 0 23
2015 25 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 26
2016 26 0 0 3 0 0 1 0 30
2017 22 0 0 3 0 0 1 0 26
2018 23 0 0 2 0 0 1 0 26
2019 22 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 23
2020 36 0 0 2 0 0 0 0 38
2021 28 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 28
2022 31 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 32
2023 30 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 31
2024 27 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 28

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Garfield Middle School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 37 5.0 7.4 0
1989 34 6.0 5.6 n/a
1990 39 5.0 7.8 0
1991 41 5.0 8.2 n/a
1992 43 5.0 8.6 n/a
1993 101 5.3 19.1 n/a
1994 104 5.3 19.6 n/a
1995 119 5.3 22.5 n/a
1996 119 5.3 22.5 n/a
1997 125 4.3 29.1 n/a
1998 109 4.3 25.3 n/a
1999 119 6.6 18.0 n/a
2000 98 6.6 14.8 n/a
2001 97 6.6 14.7 n/a
2002 99 6.7 14.8 35.4
2003 99 6.7 14.8 35.4
2004 108 7.0 15.4 27.8
2005 37 6.6 5.6 51.4
2006 34 5.2 6.5 29.4
2007 25 5.6 4.5 44
2008 26 7.2 3.6 42.3
2009 24 7.2 3.3 50
2010 19 5.6 3.3 47.4
2011 20 6.1 3.2 45
2012 20 6.6 2.9 40
2013 24 6.3 3.7 41.7
2014 23 n/a n/a 30.4
2015 26 6.0 4.3 46.2
2016 30 6.0 5.0 66.7
2017 26 5.6 4.6 50
2018 26 6.2 4.1 42.3
2019 23 7.2 3.1 56.5
2020 38 7.2 5.2 55.3
2021 28 5.5 5.0 53.6
2022 32 6.2 5.1 40.6
2023 31 5.1 5.9 45.2
2024 28 5.1 5.4 50

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Garfield Middle School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 37 5.0 7.4 0
1989 34 6.0 5.6 n/a
1990 39 5.0 7.8 0
1991 41 5.0 8.2 n/a
1992 43 5.0 8.6 n/a
1993 101 5.3 19.1 n/a
1994 104 5.3 19.6 n/a
1995 119 5.3 22.5 n/a
1996 119 5.3 22.5 n/a
1997 125 4.3 29.1 n/a
1998 109 4.3 25.3 n/a
1999 119 6.6 18.0 n/a
2000 98 6.6 14.8 n/a
2001 97 6.6 14.7 n/a
2002 99 6.7 14.8 35.4
2003 99 6.7 14.8 35.4
2004 108 7.0 15.4 27.8
2005 37 6.6 5.6 51.4
2006 34 5.2 6.5 29.4
2007 25 5.6 4.5 44
2008 26 7.2 3.6 42.3
2009 24 7.2 3.3 50
2010 19 5.6 3.3 47.4
2011 20 6.1 3.2 45
2012 20 6.6 2.9 40
2013 24 6.3 3.7 41.7
2014 23 n/a n/a 30.4
2015 26 6.0 4.3 46.2
2016 30 6.0 5.0 66.7
2017 26 5.6 4.6 50
2018 26 6.2 4.1 42.3
2019 23 7.2 3.1 56.5
2020 38 7.2 5.2 55.3
2021 28 5.5 5.0 53.6
2022 32 6.2 5.1 40.6
2023 31 5.1 5.9 45.2
2024 28 5.1 5.4 50

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.

6th Grade Immunization Rates

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YearCompletely ImmunizedReligious ExemptionMedical ExemptionConditionalPersonal ExemptionPolioDiphtheriaHepatitis BVaricellaMMRPertussis
201895.0%5.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%95.0%95.0%95.0%95.0%95.0%95.0%
201973.7%0.0%0.0%0.0%26.3%84.2%73.7%79.0%79.0%84.2%73.7%

Data source: Washington State Department of Health

Immunization Rates (Entire school)

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YearCompletely ImmunizedReligious ExemptionMedical ExemptionPersonal ExemptionPolioDiphtheriaHepatitis BVaricellaMMRPertussis
201985.9%1.6%1.6%10.9%90.6%89.1%89.1%87.5%90.6%89.1%

Data source: Washington State Department of Health
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Garfield Middle School

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $1,098 (2.3%) $46,800 (97.7%) $47,899
2020 n/a $17,146 (100.0%) $17,146
2021 $2,456 (6.5%) $35,298 (93.5%) $37,755
2022 $1,546 (3.6%) $41,138 (96.4%) $42,684

Data source: Washington Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Garfield Middle School

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 % proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
All Grades English Language Arts (Garfield Middle School)6548.4
 16.6%
   All Grades English Language Arts (Garfield School District)72.952.4
 20.5%
   All Grades English Language Arts (Washington)6152.9
 8.1%
All Grades Math (Garfield Middle School)4032.3
 7.7%
   All Grades Math (Garfield School District)54.244.4
 9.8%
   All Grades Math (Washington)50.141
 9%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
Total Students2331
 34.8%
African American00
American Indian00
Asian00
Hispanic11
Pacific Islander00
White2230
 36.4%
Two or More Races00
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients56.5%45.2%
 11.4%

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Frequently Asked Questions about Garfield Middle School

In the 2023-24 school year, 28 students attended Garfield Middle School.

Students at Garfield Middle School are 96% White, 4% Hispanic.

Garfield Middle School ranks 187th of 535 Washington middle schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 3 stars out of 5.

Students who attend Garfield Middle School usually go on to attend Garfield at Palouse High School


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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau, the Washington State Department of Health and the Washington Office of Superindentent of Public Instruction.

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