Garfield County Schools & Education
Garfield County, Utah
NCES + U.S. Census BureauSchool Score
67/100
Higher = better
Rating
Average
Graduation Rate
95.0%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
95.0%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 89.1%
Per-Pupil Spending
$7,281
National avg $13,239
State avg $6,829
School Score
67/100
Higher = better
State avg 42/100
Student-Teacher Ratio
N/A
National avg 15.8 : 1
Free Lunch (Median)
N/A
National median 48.2%
State School Rank
#6
of 29 counties (1 = best)
Education Advisory: Garfield County
School Verdict
Garfield County performs at an average level with a school score of 67/100 and a solid graduation rate of 95.0%.
Funding Context
At $7,281 per pupil, Garfield County operates with limited funding, which may constrain staffing, materials, and extracurricular offerings.
Attainment Context
Educational attainment data for Garfield County is not available.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 59% above the Utah average, and its graduation rate exceeds the state average by 5.9 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 7% higher than the state norm.
Education Overview
About Schools in Garfield County, Utah
A Small-Scale Rural School Infrastructure
Garfield County manages its education through a single school district serving 1,312 students. The infrastructure consists of 10 total schools, including six elementary schools, one middle school, and three high schools.
Exceptional Graduation Rates with Efficient Spending
The county boasts a 95.0% graduation rate, significantly outperforming the national average of 87.0% and the state average of 89.1%. While its per-pupil expenditure of $7,281 is lower than the $13,000 national benchmark, its school score of 56.8 remains well above the state average of 52.7.
Garfield District Leads the Way
The Garfield District operates all 10 public schools in the county with no charter school alternatives currently available. The largest enrollment hub is Garfield Online, which serves 329 primary students across the region.
Intimate Classrooms in a Rural Setting
Every school in the county is classified as rural, creating a close-knit environment with an average school size of just 131 students. Panguitch School serves 238 students, while smaller specialized facilities ensure no child is lost in the crowd.
Find a Home in High-Performing Garfield
Families looking for personalized attention and elite graduation rates should explore housing near Panguitch or Bryce Valley. School quality is a major driver of property value here, especially given the high composite school scores.
School Overview
Total Schools
10
in Garfield County
Total Enrollment
1,312
students
School Districts
1
district
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
Student-Teacher Ratio
—
county average
Free Lunch (Median)
—
of students countywide
School Type Breakdown
1 School District in Garfield County
Garfield District
10 Public Schools in Garfield County
| School Name | District | Grades | Type | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Garfield Online | Garfield District | KG–6 | Primary | 329 |
| Panguitch School | Garfield District | PK–6 | Primary | 238 |
| Bryce Valley School | Garfield District | PK–6 | Primary | 167 |
| Panguitch High | Garfield District | 9–12 | High | 159 |
| Bryce Valley High | Garfield District | 7–12 | High | 134 |
| Escalante School | Garfield District | PK–6 | Primary | 107 |
| Escalante High | Garfield District | 7–12 | High | 74 |
| Panguitch Middle | Garfield District | 7–8 | Middle | 72 |
| Boulder School | Garfield District | PK–6 | Primary | 17 |
| Antimony School | Garfield District | PK–6 | Primary | 15 |
Educational Attainment
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$7,281
State avg $6,829
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Schools in Garfield County, Utah — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Garfield County, Utah?
Garfield County manages its education through a single school district serving 1,312 students. The infrastructure consists of 10 total schools, including six elementary schools, one middle school, and three high schools.
How do schools in Garfield County perform academically?
The county boasts a 95.0% graduation rate, significantly outperforming the national average of 87.0% and the state average of 89.1%. While its per-pupil expenditure of $7,281 is lower than the $13,000 national benchmark, its school score of 56.8 remains well above the state average of 52.7.
What are the major school districts in Garfield County, Utah?
The Garfield District operates all 10 public schools in the county with no charter school alternatives currently available. The largest enrollment hub is Garfield Online, which serves 329 primary students across the region.
What is the school experience like in Garfield County?
Every school in the county is classified as rural, creating a close-knit environment with an average school size of just 131 students. Panguitch School serves 238 students, while smaller specialized facilities ensure no child is lost in the crowd.
How can I find homes near good schools in Garfield County, Utah?
Families looking for personalized attention and elite graduation rates should explore housing near Panguitch or Bryce Valley. School quality is a major driver of property value here, especially given the high composite school scores.
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Data Sources
Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) and the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics.
Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.