At a glance
Reported students
1,258
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
95
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
13.2:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
New Jersey high enrollment
76th percentile
Compared with 464 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
366
Garfield High School: 1,258 reported students.
State peer staffing position
68th percentile
13.2:1 reported; state peer median 12.1:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 1,109
- Teachers (FTE)
- 101
- Student–teacher ratio
- 11:1
What the reported data says about Garfield High School
Garfield High School is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in Garfield. It is one of 11 current school records connected to Garfield Public School District. NCES reports 1,258 students for 2024–25.
Among 464 high schools in New Jersey with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 783 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 76th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 13.2:1, close to the New Jersey median of 12.1:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Hispanic or Latino (60.3%) and White (27.9%). English learners represent 5.7% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 17%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, computer science. The school reported 7 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Garfield High School
- 1How do the reported 13.2:1 student–teacher ratio and 95 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 7 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 5.7%
- Students with disabilities
- 17%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 60.6%
- Lunch program
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 7
- Nurses (FTE)
- 2
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 1
- Social workers (FTE)
- 1
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White27.9%
- Hispanic60.3%
- Black9.7%
- Asian1%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.1%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.2%
- Multiracial0.6%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
7 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Not reported as offered
Computer science
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Garfield Public School District
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Garfield Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08
971 reported students
Washington Irving School #4
Elementary · Grades PK–05
441 reported students
Abraham Lincoln School #6
Elementary · Grades PK–05
385 reported students
Thomas Jefferson School #9
Elementary · Grades PK–05
368 reported students
Christopher Columbus School #8
Elementary · Grades PK–05
366 reported students
Roosevelt School #7
Elementary · Grades PK–05
282 reported students
Public schools near Garfield High School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lodi High School High · Lodi School District | 09–12 | 906 | 1.4 mi |
| Lodi MS HS High · South Bergen Jointure Commission School District | 06–12 | 78 | 1.7 mi |
| Wallington Junior Senior High School High · Wallington Boro School District | 07–12 | 545 | 1.9 mi |
| Passaic High School No. 12 High · Passaic City School District | 09–12 | 2,484 | 1.9 mi |
| Saddle Brook Middle/High School High · Saddle Brook School District | 07–12 | 806 | 2 mi |
| Passaic Academy for Science and Engineering High · Passaic City School District | 06–12 | 650 | 2 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Garfield High School
What grades does Garfield High School serve?
Garfield High School reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Garfield Public School District.
How many students attend Garfield High School?
Garfield High School reported 1,258 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 76th percentile among 464 New Jersey high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 1,109 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Garfield High School?
The calculated ratio is 13.2:1, based on 1,258 students and 95 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The New Jersey median for the same school level is 12.1:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Garfield High School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Garfield High School is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Garfield Public School District attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Garfield High School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
60.6% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Garfield High School in?
Garfield High School is part of Garfield Public School District, based in Garfield, NJ, which operates 11 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Garfield High School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Lodi High School (1.4 mi), Lodi MS HS (1.7 mi), Wallington Junior Senior High School (1.9 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.