About the School
- Edith B. Garrett is a co–ed private school in Benton Harbor, MI, offering education from grades 1 through 8 with a total enrollment of 17 students.
- The school operates under the General Conference of the Seventh Day Adventist Church and has a religious affiliation categorized as Other Religious.
- Serving an urban large town community,.
- Garrett has one teacher and a student–teacher ratio of 17:1.
- Approximately 59% of the student body represent students of color, reflecting moderate diversity within the school population.
- The school provides a regular elementary and secondary program consistent with its grade span and religious orientation.
School Facts
Student Body
Total Students
17 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
59%
State avg.: 19%
Academics & Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition & Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Edith B. Garrett?
The application deadline for Edith B. Garrett is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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