Serving 1,670 students in grades 9-12, Garner High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,670 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Graduation Rate: 76% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Garner High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Garner High School's student population of 1,670 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 109 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
School Type
School Mascot
Trojan
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,670 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
109 teachers
Year Founded
1968
School Colors
Blue, Gold
School Rankings
Garner High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Garner High School is 0.70, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1073 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
33%
21%
Black
33%
25%
White
30%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
76%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Garner High School's ranking?
Garner High School is ranked #1073 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Garner High School?
The graduation rate of Garner High School is 76%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Garner High School?
1,670 students attend Garner High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Garner High School students are Black, 33% of students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Garner High School?
Garner High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Garner High School offer ?
Garner High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Garner High School part of?
Garner High School is part of Wake County Schools School District.
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