GARRISON HIGH SCHOOL

GARRISON H S is a Title I public high school that is part of the GARRISON ISD school district, located in GARRISON, TX with about 201 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 21 teachers, GARRISON H S has a student/teacher ratio of about 9:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Garrison High School, located in the small East Texas community of Garrison, serves as the central hub for secondary education within the Garrison Independent School District. As a rural Texas high school, it maintains a close-knit environment that emphasizes community involvement and school spirit. The institution is dedicated to preparing students for life after graduation, whether they choose to pursue higher education or enter the workforce, by balancing traditional academic instruction with extracurricular opportunities that foster student engagement.

The school operates under the mascot of the Bulldogs, a symbol of the strong athletic and competitive traditions that define much of the campus culture. By leveraging its official website, the school maintains transparent communication with families regarding academic calendars, district policies, and extracurricular activities. Overall, Garrison High School functions as the heart of the local educational system, striving to provide a supportive and structured learning environment that meets the specific needs of the students in Shelby County.

For more information, contact GARRISON H S at (936) 347-7030 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.