Garfield Elementary School has served the Boise school district since 1910 and built a legacy of providing quality education and resources to Southeast Boise students from pre-kindergarten through the sixth grade.
At Garfield Elementary, teachers are dedicated to “educating today's children for a better tomorrow" by "graduating each student ready for college, career, and citizenship."
While this Title-1 school's student performance is below the state average in math, reading, and science, the school's English language learning programs, culture, and diversity are second to none.
The Garfield Grizzlies learn to practice safety, be respectful and responsible, do their best, and care for everyone.
Garfield Elementary School's campus features many amenities, including modern classrooms, an extensive library, a cafeteria, athletic courts, two playgrounds, a full gymnasium, and an expansive recreation field.
Students enjoy the comprehensive music program, which includes orchestra, band, and general music training, and the 6th Grade annual field trips to venues, including The Peaceful Belly Farm, Urban Gardens, and Celebration Park.
Parents appreciate the complimentary breakfast and lunch program available for all students, the friendly teaching staff, and the parent-teacher organization that oversees several school events, including the "Garfield Fundraiser Night" at the Lowe Family Farmstead.
Garfield Elementary's dedicated teachers and caring atmosphere make it an excellent choice for primary education in Southeast Boise.
Garfield Elementary School
Public Pre-K, Elementary School
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Grade Pre-K-6
1914 Broadway Ave,
Boise, ID
Boise School District
School Details
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Math Proficiency
17%
Reading Proficiency
32%
Niche Grade
C
C+
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Reading Proficiency
32%
Math Proficiency
17%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers
18
Full Time Teachers
18
Teachers in First or Second Year
3.8%
GreatSchools Rating
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Test Scores
Math
4.1%
State Average
20.3%
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
269:1
Student Diversity
Male
52.3%
Female
47.7%
White
56.6%
Hispanic
17.2%
Black
10.5%
Asian or Pacific Islander
9.8%
Two or more races
4.3%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
1.6%
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Specialty School Programs
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
This School’s Reviews
GreatSchools Reviews
5/4/2025
Both my boys went there. Both are now engineers. The band program from starting here though Timberline was great. Older school with good teachers.Thank you Garfield!
3/12/2018
My son is in 2nd grade and has been going to Garfield since Kindergarten. Every teacher and every administrator we have worked with has been exceptional. My son is well ahead of his grade and the teachers have done an amazing job of developing individualized learning plans for him while keeping him...
9/24/2015
This is hands down the best elementary school in Boise School District. Don't let the low rating fool you. That is based solely off of standardized test scores. This elementary school has the highest amount of non white non English students in the city and it is a wonderful experience. My son is exp...
1/4/2013
My children transferred to this school just recently. The office staff Ms.Myra has been very caring, empathetic, and efficient in getting things done to make our transition smooth as possible. She has been giving us advise over the phone since before we left another state! I'm not sure how interacti...
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Attendance Zone
About Southeast Boise
List Price Range
$300K - $2.1M
Homes For Sale
54
Average Home Value
$609,132
Median Lot Size
7,405 Sq Ft
% Renters
47%
Household Income
$102,740
% of College Grads
57.4%
Median Age
38
Average House Size
1,771 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
52.0%
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Additional Schools in the Area
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- 10th to 12th
- Public
- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 9th to 12th
- Public
Parks in this Area
Marianne Williams Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Ivywild Park
- Pool
- Tennis
- Trails
Helen B. Lowder Park
- Basketball
- Tennis
- Trails
Parkcenter Park
- Fishing
- Lake
- Picnic Area
Manitou Park
- Basketball
- Dog Park
- Tennis
Baggley Park
- Basketball
- Tennis
- Trails
Barber Park
- Basketball
- Trails
- Playground
Williams Park
- Picnic Area
- Tennis
- Trails
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