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Garfield High School
Public High School
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Grade 9-12
400 23rd Ave,
Seattle, WA
Seattle Public Schools
School Details
Head of School
Ted Howard II
Student Teacher Ratio
22:1
Average SAT Score
1300
Average ACT Score
31
Math Proficiency
47%
Reading Proficiency
71%
Average GPA
3.59
Graduation Rate
91%
Niche Grade
A-
A-
A
C
C
B
A
C
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
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Average GPA
3.59
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Reading Proficiency
71%
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Math Proficiency
47%
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Teachers
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Student Teacher Ratio
22:1
Teachers
70
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Full Time Teachers
70
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Teachers in First or Second Year
8.9%
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College Prep
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Average SAT
1300
Math
640
Verbal
660
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Average ACT
31
Math
29
English
31
Reading
32
Science
30
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Number of AP Courses
16
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AP Pass Rate
74.8%
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AP Math Enrollment
Very High
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AP Science Enrollment
Very High
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Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
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Clubs and Activities
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Girls Athletic Participation
Average
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Boys Athletic Participation
Average
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GreatSchools Rating
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Test Scores
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Math
27.7%
State Average
32.1%
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Science
8%
State Average
25.1%
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Teachers and Staff
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Students Per Counselor
432:1
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Student Diversity
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Male
49.1%
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Female
48.8%
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White
33%
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Black
29.8%
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Two or more races
14.3%
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Asian
11%
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Hispanic
10.7%
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Native American
<1%
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School Rankings
#12
Best College Prep Public HS in Washington
#16
Best HS For Athletes in Washington
#47
Most Diverse Public HS in Washington
Specialty School Programs
AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program
Colleges Students are Considering
Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Washington
849 Students
Seattle University
315 Students
Western Washington University
283 Students
Washington State University
255 Students
University of Oregon
191 Students
University of California - Los Angeles
187 Students
New York University
174 Students
University of Southern California
174 Students
University of California - Berkeley
169 Students
Stanford University
158 Students
What Students Want to Study
Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business
240 Students
Psychology
160 Students
Biology
154 Students
Computer Science
143 Students
Nursing
85 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies
80 Students
Environmental Science
77 Students
Political Science and Government
72 Students
Engineering
65 Students
Economics
59 Students
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
4/25/2026
I have been enjoying my time at Garfield and I think that it carries many activities for students to join and learn things about themselves. To highlight the music program, I have been a part of it since freshman year, I think it's the best thing to come from this school.
2/26/2026
My experience at Garfield was pretty good I was very involved in the community I was president of the black student union and was involved in many other student clubs most teachers foster a positive work environment
10/5/2025
Garfield is a diverse school with many opportunities like programs, classes, and sports available for it's students.
GreatSchools Reviews
9/5/2025
My student has had a very positive experience at Garfield. The academic offerings are excellent including over 20 AP courses and numerous really fantastic teachers especially in science and English. Athletics are also excellent, with coaches who genuinely care about the kids and a history of very st...
9/4/2025
My child has been so happy at Garfield! The curriculum and extra curriculars are broad and great, and the teachers are fantastic. He is pushed academically, and I'm confident in the education and opportunity he's receiving, in and out of the classroom. Take a look at the college placement, and you'l...
9/4/2025
We have had a fantastic experience at Garfield -- our student has been challenged by thoughtful and creative teachers (who double as terrifically engaged mentors), has developed a positive, supportive, and kind friend community, and has found exciting opportunities through Garfield athletics, music...
9/4/2025
We love Garfield! My son just had his first day of sophomore year and came home so happy. He had a great year last year at Garfield, too. One thing I didn't quite realize before we started was how amazing the teachers would be and the high level of academic rigor. He has so many AP and honors classe...
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Attendance Zone
List Price Range
$513K - $1.7M
Homes For Sale
16
Average Home Value
$963,804
Median Lot Size
3,920 Sq Ft
% Renters
51%
Average Household Income
$163,499
% of College Grads
72.8%
Median Age
38
Average House Size
1,681 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
42.8%
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- 2.5 Baths
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- 2 Baths
- 1,182 Sq Ft
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- 2.5 Baths
- 1,909 Sq Ft
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- 3 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 4,589 Sq Ft
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- 1.5 Baths
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- 2.5 Baths
- 1,300 Sq Ft
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Additional Schools in the Area
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 12th
- Public
- Pre-K to 12th
- Public
Parks in this Area
Julia Lee's Park
William Grose Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Multi-Purpose Field
Nora's Woods
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Plum Tree Park
Spruce Street Mini Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Playground
Powell Barnett Park
- Basketball
- Grills
- Picnic Area
Homer Harris Park
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Garfield High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Seattle, WA and is served by the Seattle Public Schools in Washington. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 1,507 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 22:1. Academic records show that 47% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 71% are proficient in reading. Garfield High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A and a GreatSchools Rating of 8 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.59, the graduation rate is 91%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1300 and an ACT score of 31. The average home value in this area is $963,804. Discover additional schools in the area, like Nova High School, Seattle World School, Special Education Service School, and more. Learn more about what Seattle has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Garfield High School.