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.
1,670
Total Students
107.2
Full-Time Teachers
15.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
54.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Garner High
Demographic Student Count
White473
Hispanic559
Black551
Asian23
Two or More61
American Indian2
Pacific Islander1
  • Hispanic
    559 (33.5%)
  • Black
    551 (33.0%)
  • White
    473 (28.3%)
  • Two or More
    61 (3.7%)
  • Asian
    23 (1.4%)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.1%)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (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: 1,670
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 107.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 15.6
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 876
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 37
Grades Taught
Grade 9 499
Grade 10 444
Grade 11 376
Grade 12 351

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Garner High
Grade Student Count
Grade 9499
Grade 10444
Grade 11376
Grade 12351
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Garner High
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female80948.4%
Male86151.6%
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