Garfield Community School School Accountability Report Card (SARC)
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This School Accountability Report Card (SARC) is published annually as required by California state law. It provides information about the condition and performance of Garfield Community School to help families and the community understand how our school is doing.
About the School
School Profile & Mission
Our Mission
Garfield Community School is dedicated to empowering each student to reach their highest potential in a safe, nurturing environment. We celebrate diversity and foster a love of learning through rigorous academics, social-emotional development, and strong community partnerships — preparing students to thrive in an ever-changing world.
School Profile
Address3600 Middlefield Road, Menlo Park, CA 94025
Phone(650) 482-2405
PrincipalJennifer Knopf
Emailjknopf@rcsdk8.net
Grade SpanKindergarten – 5th Grade
Total Enrollment280 students
What Makes Us Special
Community SchoolWraparound services and Family Center on campus
Demographics97.5% Hispanic/Latino — deeply rooted bilingual community
ELA Growth17% to 17% — continued focus on foundational literacy
PartnershipsStrong community partnerships supporting the whole child
CampusClassrooms, library, multipurpose room, playground, and field
District Information
Garfield Community School is part of the Redwood City School District. District phone: (650) 482-2200 · Superintendent: Dr. John Baker, Ed.D. · rcsdk8.net
Student Population
2024–25 Enrollment
280
Total Students
97.5%
Hispanic / Latino
95%
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged
67%
English Learners
Enrollment by Grade Level
Student Group Breakdown
Pupil Outcomes – State Priority 4
Academic Performance
Results from CAASPP showing the percentage of students in grades 3–5 meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
Context Matters — High Need, Ongoing Growth
Garfield serves one of the highest-need student populations in the district: 97.5% Hispanic/Latino, 95% socioeconomically disadvantaged, 67% English Learners. ELA is at 17% — up 42% relative over two years. Math at 8% and Science at 11.4%. These numbers reflect the real linguistic and socioeconomic barriers students navigate, and the dedicated work of staff to make gains year over year.
English Language Arts – % Meeting/Exceeding Standard
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Mathematics – % Meeting/Exceeding Standard
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2024–25 Results by Student Group
| Student Group | ELA % Met/Exceeded | Math % Met/Exceeded |
|---|---|---|
| All Students | 17% | 8% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 17% | 8% |
| English Learners | 5% | 3% |
| Socioeconomically Disadvantaged | 16% | 7% |
| Students with Disabilities | 4% | 2% |
Instructional Materials – August 2025 Audit
All Students Have Materials
0% of students lack their own assigned copy of required textbooks.
| Subject | Textbook / Program | Students Without Copy |
|---|---|---|
| Reading / Language Arts | Benchmark Advance / Adelante California Edition (2015) | 0% |
| Mathematics | Illustrative Mathematics (2021) | 0% |
| Science | FOSS NGSS – Delta Education (2013) | 0% |
| History-Social Science | McGraw-Hill California Vistas (2005) | 0% |
Conditions of Learning – State Priority 1
Teaching Staff
Teacher Credentialing: An Active Focus Area
Garfield's fully credentialed rate was 46.6% in 2023–24, with 46.6% of teachers without credentials or misassigned. For a school with 67% English Learners, ensuring appropriately credentialed and language-authorized instruction is a critical equity priority that the district is actively addressing.
Fully Credentialed Teachers – 3-Year Trend
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| Credential Status | 2021–22 | 2022–23 | 2023–24 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fully Credentialed (properly assigned) | 73.3% | 52.0% | 46.6% |
| Without Credentials / Misassigned | 13.3% | 28.0% | 46.6% |
| Credentialed but Assigned Out-of-Field | 0.0% | 8.0% | 0.0% |
2023–24 Teacher & Administrator Salaries
| Category | RCSD Amount | State Average |
|---|---|---|
| Beginning Teacher Salary | $64,041 | $61,597 |
| Mid-Range Teacher Salary | $97,976 | $98,902 |
| Highest Teacher Salary | $124,633 | $126,340 |
| Average Principal Salary (Elementary) | $160,238 | $158,383 |
| Superintendent Salary | $275,000 | $288,332 |
Conditions of Learning – State Priority 1
School Facilities
Overall Facility Rating: Good
The campus earned a Good rating on the December 2025 FIT inspection.
Engagement – State Priority 6
School Climate
Zero Expulsions — Suspension Rate Improving
Garfield has recorded zero expulsions across all three reported years. The suspension rate has been low and continues to decline, reflecting investment in restorative practices and PBIS.
| Measure | School 2022–23 | School 2023–24 | School 2024–25 | District 2024–25 | State 2024–25 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension Rate | 1.1% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 1.27% | 2.94% |
| Expulsion Rate | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0.06% |
Engagement – State Priority 3
Family & Community Involvement
How to Get Involved
School Site CouncilShared governance & decision-making
ELACEnglish Language Advisory Committee
Family CenterOn-site wraparound support services
VolunteerClassrooms, field trips, and school events
Contact(650) 482-2405
Stay Connected
Other SARC Information
Budget & Resources
$27,104
Total Expenditure per Pupil (2023–24)
$13,316
Unrestricted per Pupil
$13,788
Restricted per Pupil
$88,296
Avg. Teacher Salary at Site
Federal Funding (2024–25)
Title IBasic Grants Low Income; Migrant Education
Title II: Part ATeacher Quality
Title IIILimited English Proficiency
IDEASpecial Education
State Funding (2024–25)
ASESAfter School Education and Safety
State LotteryInstructional Materials
State IDEASpecial Education
For More Information
Contact
Garfield Community School
3600 Middlefield Road
Menlo Park, CA 94025
Phone: (650) 482-2405
Principal: Jennifer Knopf
Email: jknopf@rcsdk8.net
Web: garfield.rcsdk8.net
Redwood City School District
Phone: (650) 482-2200
Superintendent: Dr. John Baker, Ed.D.
Web: rcsdk8.net