Serving 162 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 30-34% (which is lower 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 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 28% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 162 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 30% in ND)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- 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
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Garrison High School's student population of 162 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
162 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Garrison High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 461 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Garrison High School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#346 out of 461 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
7%
11%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
1%
6%
Black
n/a
5%
White
91%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
85%
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
27%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
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 #346 out of 461 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?
30-34% 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 85%.
How many students attend Garrison High School?
162 students attend Garrison High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Garrison High School students are White, 7% of students are American Indian, 1% 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 12:1, which is higher than 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.
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.
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