The top reported proficiency rate is 59% in Math. The lowest is 52% in Science.
Original Research by School Decision on Garland School
Garland School is a public elementary school serving kindergarten through fifth grade in the small agricultural town of Garland, Utah, within the Box Elder District. The town itself has deep roots as a company community built around a sugar beet factory, and while that industry is long gone, Garland has grown steadily while holding onto its rural, family-oriented character. Residents tend to commute to regional employers, and home values in the area sit between the national median and the higher state median for Utah, reflecting an affordable but not inexpensive housing market for the region.
The student body is predominantly white, with a Hispanic population making up a notable share and very small numbers of students from other racial backgrounds. About a quarter of students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, placing the school in a middle economic range for the county. Enrollment is sizeable for an elementary-only school, with a fairly even distribution of students across each grade from kindergarten through fifth grade.
On state assessments, the most recent available results show that a majority of students scored proficient in math, with roughly half reaching proficiency in English language arts and in science. These outcomes give Garland School the stronger overall academic profile in Box Elder County, where only two school districts serve the area; the school’s proficiency index, which averages across tested subjects, sits well above the countywide median. Math is a particular area of strength compared to English and science, which are closer to an even split.
Because the school serves only elementary grades, there is no graduation rate to report, and data on chronic absenteeism was not available. No information was provided on discipline rates, course access, or staffing, and the school’s Title I status was not specified. These gaps are typical for an elementary school, where course pathways and high school metrics do not apply.
The community of Garland is growing at a steady clip while maintaining its quiet, small-town feel. There is no public transit, and residents rely on cars, with Interstate 15 providing a regional connection just outside town. The historic downtown is compact, and civic anchors such as the Carnegie Library and local parks are woven into the residential fabric. For families who want a traditional elementary school in a close-knit, rural Utah setting where academic performance compares favorably within the county, Garland School provides a straightforward fit. The school’s solid math results and consistent performance across subjects give a clear picture of a school that holds its own in a small district.
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