For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 84 students in Garfield, AR.
The top-ranked public school in Garfield, AR is Garfield Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Garfield, AR public schools have an average math proficiency score of 75% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Garfield have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Garfield, AR (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Garfield Elementary School
(Math: 70-79% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
18432 Marshall
Garfield, AR 72732
(479) 359-3263
Garfield, AR 72732
(479) 359-3263
Gr: K-5 | 84 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: n/an/a
Garfield Scholars Academy
Charter School
18432 Marshall St
Garfield, AR 72732
(501) 253-3707
Garfield, AR 72732
(501) 253-3707
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Garfield, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in Garfield, AR include Garfield Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Garfield?
2 public schools are located in Garfield.
What is the racial composition of students in Garfield?
Garfield public schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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