What grades does Garfield Elem serve?

Garfield Elem is a Primary school serving students in Clay Center, KS. The school is part of the local school district.

Where is Garfield Elem located?

Garfield Elem is located at Clay Center, KS in a town area.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Garfield Elem?

Garfield Elem has a student-teacher ratio of 12.2:1.

What schools are in Clay Center, KS?

Clay Center, KS is served by the local school district. Garfield Elem is one of the Primary schools in the area.

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Garfield Elem — School Calendar 2026-27

Primary|Clay Center, Kansas|Clay County

Clay Center, KS 67432

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Upcoming Events

Oct

Wed

Parent/Teacher Conferences 4pm to 8pmStaff DayDistrict-wide

Oct

Thu

No School - Parent/Teacher ConferencesStaff DayDistrict-wide

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Oct

Fri

PT Comp Day for TeachersStaff DayDistrict-wide

Nov

Sun

Substitute Teacher Appreciation DayStaff DayDistrict-wide

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Nov

Wed

No School - Thanksgiving BreakBreakDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Dec

Fri

CCCHS - School Performance of Singing Christmas TreeHolidayDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

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School Profile

Grades

4–5

Enrollment

146

Student:Teacher

12.2:1

Locale

Town

District

Clay County

Econ. Disadvantaged

42.5%

Phone

(785)632-2125

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

45-49%

Math Proficiency

30-34%

Chronic Absenteeism

8.2%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

3 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 14.2:1

Near average in KS

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

205

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

100% fully certified

Counselors

0.5

Psychologists

0.1

Social Workers

0.1

Nurses

0.5

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$17,166

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$10,917

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$20,747

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 10%State 49%Local 41%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Community Need Level

Elevated

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

18.9%

Below 150% poverty line

1.3%

Unemployment rate

5.5%

Uninsured residents

5.8%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

227

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

209

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

64 (31%)

Speech/Language Impairment

40 (19%)

Other Health Impairment

31 (15%)

Autism

16 (8%)

Intellectual Disability

10 (5%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

170

Current enrollment

Stable(+3% 5yr)

Coming Up

Wed, Oct 21, 2026

Parent/Teacher Conferences 4pm to 8pm

Staff Day

Thu, Oct 22, 2026

No School - Parent/Teacher Conferences

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Staff Day

Fri, Oct 23, 2026

PT Comp Day for Teachers

Staff Day

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Clay County. Garfield Elem follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Sat, Sep 5, 2026	Commons: Cross Country BreakfastDistrict-wide	Break	—
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	NO SCHOOL - Labor DayDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for complete holiday break dates.	Holiday	—
Thu, Sep 17, 2026	IT Professional DayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, Sep 28, 2026	NO SCHOOL - Teacher In-Service/Work DayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Tue, Sep 29, 2026	Teacher's Assistant Appreciation DayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Fri, Oct 16, 2026	End of QTR 1 - 11:45 DismissalDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Fri, Oct 16, 2026	Teacher Work Day PMDistrict-wide Check the school calendar for afternoon schedule details.	Staff Day	—
Wed, Oct 21, 2026	Parent/Teacher Conferences 4pm to 8pmDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Thu, Oct 22, 2026	No School - Parent/Teacher ConferencesDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for conference scheduling and related details.	Staff Day	—
Fri, Oct 23, 2026	PT Comp Day for TeachersDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Sun, Nov 22, 2026	Substitute Teacher Appreciation DayDistrict-wide Check the school notice for appreciation event details and timing.	Staff Day	—
Wed, Nov 25, 2026	No School - Thanksgiving BreakDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for complete Thanksgiving break dates.	Break	—
Fri, Dec 11, 2026	CCCHS - School Performance of Singing Christmas TreeDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Sun, Dec 13, 2026	CCCHS - Singing Christmas TreeDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Fri, Dec 18, 2026	End of Q2 - 11:45 DismissalDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Fri, Dec 18, 2026	WHS Christmas DinnerDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Fri, Dec 18, 2026	Teacher Work Day PMDistrict-wide Check the school calendar for afternoon schedule details.	Staff Day	—
Sat, Dec 19, 2026	No School (Semester Break)District-wide	Break	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	No School - Semester BreakDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for semester break dates.	Break	—
Fri, Jan 1, 2027	Board Office/District Closed- HolidayDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	Teacher In-Service/Work DayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Wed, Feb 24, 2027	Parent/Teacher Conferences 4 pm to 8 pmDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Thu, Feb 25, 2027	Parent/Teacher Conferences 8am to 8pmDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Fri, Mar 12, 2027	Teacher Work Day PMDistrict-wide Check the school calendar for afternoon schedule details.	Staff Day	—
Fri, Mar 12, 2027	Dismissal 11:45am (WS/MS/HS)District-wide	half_day	—
Mon, Mar 15, 2027	Spring BreakDistrict-wide Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Break	—
Fri, Apr 2, 2027	Paraprofessional Appreciation DayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Tue, Apr 6, 2027	Paraprofessional/ Aide Appreciation DayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Fri, Apr 16, 2027	CCCHS-11:45 Dismissal/PM PLCDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Fri, Apr 16, 2027	Teacher In-Service PMDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Sat, May 1, 2027	Teacher Appreciation WeekDistrict-wide Check the school notice for appreciation week activities and dates.	Staff Day	—
Thu, May 20, 2027	CCCHS- End of Q4 dismissal/Expect SuccessDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Fri, May 21, 2027	Teacher Work Day - AMDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—