Serving 17 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Garrison School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Montana 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% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 17 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MT
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Garrison School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Garrison, MT school district, covering approximately 71.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school from any point in the zone takes about 10-12 minutes, with the average distance to the zone's edge being 4.7 miles and the furthest point located 13.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Garrison School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Garrison School's student population of 17 students has grown by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
17 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
Garrison School ranks within the top 20% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Garrison School is 0.49, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.40. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#138 out of 696 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
12:1
White
65%
76%
Hawaiian
6%
n/a
Two or more races
29%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.9%
35.9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Garrison School's ranking?
Garrison School is ranked #138 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Montana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Garrison School?
17 students attend Garrison School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Garrison School students are White, 29% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Garrison School?
Garrison School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Garrison School offer ?
Garrison School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Garrison School part of?
Garrison School is part of Garrison Elementary School District.
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