Garrison High School

51 5th Ave Ne
Garrison, ND 58540
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Bottom 50%
Serving 150 students in grades 7-12, Garrison High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 27% (majority American Indian).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 7-12
  • Enrollment: 150 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 12%
  • : ≥90% (Top 20% in ND)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Garrison High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:

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School Overview

Garrison High School's student population of 150 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
150 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
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School Rankings

Garrison High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 459 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Garrison High School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (ND)
#401 out of 459 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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25-29%
39%
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20-24%
42%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
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American Indian
8%
11%
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Asian
3%
1%
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Hispanic
1%
6%
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Black
n/a
5%
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White
88%
73%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.22
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≥90%
84%
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Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
22%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
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School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Garrison High School's ranking?
Garrison High School is ranked #401 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% ND state average).
What is the graduation rate of Garrison High School?
The graduation rate of Garrison High School is 90%, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Garrison High School?
150 students attend Garrison High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Garrison High School students are White, 8% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Garrison High School?
Garrison High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Garrison High School offer ?
Garrison High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Garrison High School part of?
Garrison High School is part of Garrison 51 School District.

School Reviews

5   9/20/2018
Great school with great teachers and staff.
- Posted by Parent - Bill
2   2/2/2007
The school is okay for the most part. I think that if the teachers would treat everybody fairly around thier things would run smoothly. This school give special treatment to those that are in sports, but those not in sports get treated poorly.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - littl

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 7-12
  • Enrollment: 150 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 12%
  • : ≥90% (Top 20%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education

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