Summary:
Zip code 84312 has two schools serving elementary and high-school students: Garland School serves grades K–5, while Bear River High serves grades 10–12; no middle or alternative schools are listed in the area. Both are part of Box Elder District, and together they enroll about 1,852 students.
Garland School is the stronger overall performer based on the available academic and attendance measures. In 2025–2026, its English, math, and science proficiency rates were above both district and state averages in every reported grade and subject. Math was especially strong, with 67.9% proficiency in fourth grade and 64.7% in fifth grade. Its chronic absenteeism rate was only 2.3%, far below the district’s 32.0% and the state’s 23.8%. The school’s ranking also improved to the 81st percentile, suggesting positive recent momentum. Families seeking an elementary school with consistently strong test results and very good attendance indicators will find Garland School to be the standout option in this ZIP code.
Bear River High has a more mixed profile. Its 91.4% graduation rate was slightly above district and state rates, and its 6.6% dropout rate was below both comparison groups. However, only 41.5% of students were proficient in English, 22.1% in math, and 24.2% in science, all below state results. Chronic absenteeism was a major concern at 38.8%, higher than both the district and state. The most important areas for improvement are student attendance and tenth-grade math and science achievement. Overall, Bear River High appears better on graduation and dropout outcomes than on academic proficiency, while Garland School offers the stronger academic profile.
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