For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,681 students in Garland, UT (there are 1 private school, serving 40 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in Garland, UT are educated in public schools (compared to the UT state average of 97%).
The top ranked public schools in Garland, UT are Garland School, Bear River Middle School and Bear River High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Garland, UT public schools have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Utah public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Garland have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Utah public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Utah public school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Garland, UT (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Garland School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
450 S. 100 W.
Garland, UT 84312
(435) 515-4300
Garland, UT 84312
(435) 515-4300
Grades: K-5
| 662 students
Rank: #22.
Bear River Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
300 E 1500 S
Garland, UT 84312
(435) 734-4880
Garland, UT 84312
(435) 734-4880
Grades: 8-10
| 823 students
Rank: #33.
Bear River High School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1450 S Main
Garland, UT 84312
(435) 734-4840
Garland, UT 84312
(435) 734-4840
Grades: 10-12
| 1,196 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Garland, UT?
The top ranked public schools in Garland, UT include Garland School, Bear River Middle School and Bear River High School.
How many public schools are located in Garland?
3 public schools are located in Garland.
What percentage of students in Garland go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in Garland are educated in public schools (compared to the UT state average of 97%).
What is the racial composition of students in Garland?
Garland public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Utah public schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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