School Overview
Garner Magnet High School, located in Garner, North Carolina, is a prominent member of the Wake County Public School System. As a magnet school, it is well-regarded for its specialized academic offerings, which often include programs focused on International Baccalaureate (IB) studies and various career and technical education pathways. The school serves a diverse student body and is deeply rooted in the local community, maintaining a long-standing tradition of academic growth and extracurricular engagement, ranging from competitive athletics to arts and leadership organizations.

The campus on Hebron Church Road serves as a central hub for students in the area, emphasizing a commitment to preparing learners for both post-secondary education and the professional workforce. By leveraging the resources of the Wake County school district, Garner High provides students with access to a rigorous curriculum, supportive counseling services, and opportunities for personalized learning. Through its mission to foster a collaborative and inclusive environment, the school strives to cultivate well-rounded citizens who are equipped to succeed in an increasingly globalized society.
1,683
Total Students
106.2
Full-Time Teachers
15.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
54.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Garner High
Demographic Student Count
White507
Hispanic509
Black574
Asian26
Two or More61
American Indian4
Pacific Islander2
  • Black
    574 (34.1 %)
  • Hispanic
    509 (30.2 %)
  • White
    507 (30.1 %)
  • Two or More
    61 (3.6 %)
  • Asian
    26 (1.5 %)
  • American Indian
    4 (0.2 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (0.1 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Wake County Schools
Phone: (919)662-2379
Website: http://www.wcpss.net/garnerhs
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,683
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 106.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 15.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 876
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 37
Grades Taught
Grade 9 534
Grade 10 444
Grade 11 357
Grade 12 348

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Garner High
Grade Student Count
Grade 9534
Grade 10444
Grade 11357
Grade 12348
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Garner High
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female78446.6%
Male89953.4%
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