At a glance
Reported students
1,507
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
70
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
21.5:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Washington high enrollment
87th percentile
Compared with 624 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
367
Garfield High School: 1,507 reported students.
State peer staffing position
69th percentile
21.5:1 reported; state peer median 19.9:1. 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
- 1,680
- Teachers (FTE)
- 77.28
- Student–teacher ratio
- 21.7:1
What the reported data says about Garfield High School
Garfield High School is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in Seattle. It is one of 108 current school records connected to Seattle School District No. 1. NCES reports 1,507 students for 2024–25.
Among 624 high schools in Washington with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 225 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 87th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 21.5:1, close to the Washington median of 19.9:1 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 White (33.1%) and Black (29.4%). English learners represent 6.6% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 9.9%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, gifted and talented programming, computer science. The school reported 16 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 21.5:1 student–teacher ratio and 70 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 4 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 6.6%
- Students with disabilities
- 9.9%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 41.2%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 4
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1.07
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 1.02
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White33.1%
- Hispanic10%
- Black29.4%
- Asian11.7%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.7%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.7%
- Multiracial12.1%
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
16 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
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 Seattle School District No. 1
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
West Seattle High School
High · Grades 09–12
1,479 reported students
Roosevelt High School
High · Grades 09–12
1,542 reported students
Ingraham High School
High · Grades 09–12
1,391 reported students
Ballard High School
High · Grades 09–12
1,697 reported students
Franklin High School
High · Grades 09–12
1,277 reported students
Lincoln High School
High · Grades 09–12
1,770 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nova High School High · Seattle School District No. 1 | 09–12 | 256 | 0.2 mi |
| Interagency Detention School High · Seattle School District No. 1 | 06–12 | 47 | 0.7 mi |
| Seattle World School High · Seattle School District No. 1 | 09–12 | 218 | 0.7 mi |
| Summit Public School: Sierra High · Charter · Summit Public School: Sierra | 09–12 | 214 | 0.9 mi |
| Franklin High School High · Seattle School District No. 1 | 09–12 | 1,277 | 2 mi |
| Interagency Programs High · Seattle School District No. 1 | 06–12 | 211 | 2.1 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 Seattle School District No. 1.
How many students attend Garfield High School?
Garfield High School reported 1,507 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 87th percentile among 624 Washington high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 1,680 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Garfield High School?
The calculated ratio is 21.5:1, based on 1,507 students and 70 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Washington median for the same school level is 19.9:1. 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 Seattle School District No. 1 attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Garfield High School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
41.2% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. 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 Seattle School District No. 1, based in Seattle, WA, which operates 108 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 Nova High School (0.2 mi), Interagency Detention School (0.7 mi), Seattle World School (0.7 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.