Garfield Elementary

Located in Alhambra, California (91801), Garfield Elementary School (110 W. McLean Street) serves grades K-8 with an estimated enrollment of approximately 540 children. According to the school’s published student/teacher ratio, there is 19:1 student-to-teacher ratio at this time. Approximately half the student body is male, while half is female. Approximately 47% of students in grades 3-8 show proficiency in mathematics, and 53% of students show proficiency in reading, based on statewide tests. Garfield Elementary operates as part of the Alhambra Unified School District and provides K-8 education at one site to provide seamless educational opportunities for children who live nearby. Garfield operates on the same campus model used by several other K-8 public schools within the Alhambra Unified School District. Garfield Elementary currently has an estimated market value of $900,000 for homes in the immediate area. Relative to other K-8 public school choices in the San Gabriel Valley, Garfield Elementary School is a middle-sized alternative for Alhambra students attending public school in Alhambra and is sometimes considered among the best elementary school in California for families seeking a local K-8 option.

A District representative stated that these issues were reported in connection with a District employee linked to Garfield Elementary School located in Alhambra during January 2026, as authorities investigated the possibility of recording a student without their consent. Their investigation led them to arrest the individual concerned, and the District responded with assistance from both law enforcement and District personnel. The investigation is still ongoing at this time, with both organizations making it clear that the safety and privacy of students is of utmost importance while they are being reviewed.

Q1. What options do students have when it comes to transportation arrangements to Garfield Elementary School?

Ans. There are procedures in place based on the policies of the school district regarding transportation to and from school for students who attend Garfield Elementary School. The majority of students within the attendance zone will walk or be taken by a parent to and from school. The district may arrange for limited transportation for eligible students based on established eligibility criteria, upon completion of an application process.

Q2. Is there any support provided by Garfield Elementary School for English language learners?

Ans. Yes, district schools provide English language learner programs with the goal of supporting the development of language skills for students while providing grade-level academic instruction.

Q3. Does Garfield Elementary School provide any technological resources to its students?

Ans. Digital technology resources are, generally, incorporated into the classroom setting with the use of a variety of educationally-based technology by students to access additional learning opportunities-for example, by providing students with a computers/tablet devices to use during class to access educationally appropriate websites to improve their skills in reading and/or math or for research purposes.

Q4. Are there any meals available for students to eat while they are at school?

Ans. The majority of schools in the district will provide participating students with access to the breakfast and lunch programs that are offered by the nutrition services department of the district. In most cases, families that qualify as low-income will also qualify for free and/or reduced-price meals.

Q5. How can Garfield Elementary School parents stay in touch with their child's teacher?

Ans. Parents can generally communicate with their child’s teacher in a variety of ways, including through scheduled conferences with the teacher, by using a school communication platform, via email, or by participating in a family/school event that is designed to promote parental involvement in the education of their child.