Serving 346 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Garrison Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 346 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Garrison Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Garrison, TX, covering approximately 107.6 square miles. Families typically drive 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 5.2 miles from the school to the zone's edge and the furthest point being 11.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Garrison Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Garrison Elementary School's student population of 346 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
346 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Garrison Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Garrison Elementary School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1418 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Hispanic
15%
54%
Black
16%
13%
White
63%
24%
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Garrison Elementary School's ranking?
Garrison Elementary School is ranked #1418 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Garrison Elementary School often compared to?
Garrison Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Woden Elementary School, Cushing Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Garrison Elementary School?
346 students attend Garrison Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Garrison Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Garrison Elementary School?
Garrison Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Garrison Elementary School offer ?
Garrison Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Garrison Elementary School part of?
Garrison Elementary School is part of Garrison Independent School District.
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