Serving 171 students in grades 7-12, Garrison High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 30% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 171 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 30% in ND)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Garrison High School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Garrison, ND, encompassing approximately 466.6 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 27.7 miles away.
- 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:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Garrison High School's student population of 171 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
171 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Home Of The Troopers
School Rankings
Garrison High School ranks within the top 50% of all 449 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Garrison High School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#183 out of 449 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
39%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
10:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
10%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
8%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
85%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥80%
83.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.8%
20.9%
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Home Of The Troopers
Source: 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 #183 out of 449 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
What is the graduation rate of Garrison High School?
The graduation rate of Garrison High School is 80%, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 83.2%.
How many students attend Garrison High School?
171 students attend Garrison High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Garrison High School students are White, 10% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Garrison High School?
Garrison High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does Garrison High School offer ?
Garrison High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Garrison High School part of?
Garrison High School is part of Garrison 51 School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
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.
5 10/10/2025
Great school with great teachers and staff.
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