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Garfield High School

500 Palisade Ave, Garfield, NJ 07026, United States
+1 (973) 340-5010
http://ghs.gboe.org/
3.1
Overall Rating

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Garfield High School Overview

About This School

Garfield High School is a public high in Garfield, New Jersey, serving 1,258 students in grades 9-12. Academic results show that students demonstrate 42% proficiency in ELA and 19% proficiency in math. The school maintains a 13:1 student-teacher ratio with 95 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $87,830. Guidance services are supported by a ratio of 179 students per counselor. Students at the school are 51% male and 49% female. The demographic breakdown consists of 60% Hispanic, 28% White, 10% Black, 1% Asian, and 1% Two or More Races.

1,258
Total Students
Grade 9-12
13:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
95 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts42%
Mathematics19%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
Grade 9-12
County
Bergen County
Students per Counselor
179:1

Garfield High School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

42%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 47%State Avg: 50%
19%
Mathematics
City Avg: 35%State Avg: 38%
N/A
Science

Class Information

13:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 11.4:1
State Avg: 11.2:1
179
Students per Counselor

Garfield High School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
95

Average Teacher Salary

$87,830
City Avg: $86,590
State Avg: $83,715

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio13:1
Students per Counselor179:1

Garfield High School Student Demographics

Student Body

51.03%
Male
48.73%
Female
Total Enrollment: 1,258 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White27.9%
Hispanic60.33%
Asian0.95%
Black9.7%
Two or More Races0.64%
Native American0.08%

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Frequently Asked Questions About Garfield High School

Q: What is Garfield High School?

A: Garfield High School is a high public located in Garfield.

Q: How many students attend Garfield High School?

A: Garfield High School has approximately 1,258 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Garfield High School?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Garfield High School is 13:1.

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Detailed Information about Garfield High School

Garfield High School is a public high in Garfield, New Jersey, serving 1,258 students in grades 9-12. Academic results show that students demonstrate 42% proficiency in ELA and 19% proficiency in math. The school maintains a 13:1 student-teacher ratio with 95 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $87,830. Guidance services are supported by a ratio of 179 students per counselor. Students at the school are 51% male and 49% female. The demographic breakdown consists of 60% Hispanic, 28% White, 10% Black, 1% Asian, and 1% Two or More Races.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: . See methodology →
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About Garfield High School - Garfield, NJ

Quick Facts about Garfield High School
School NameGarfield High School
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsGrade 9-12
Location500 Palisade Ave, Garfield, NJ 07026, Garfield, NJ
CountyBergen County
Phone+1 (973) 340-5010
Total Students1,258
Student-Teacher Ratio13:1
Full-Time Teachers95
Rating3.1/10
ELA Proficiency42%
Math Proficiency19%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about Garfield High School

What is Garfield High School?

Garfield High School is a high public located in Garfield.

How many students attend Garfield High School?

Garfield High School has approximately 1,258 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Garfield High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Garfield High School is 13:1.

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