Serving 615 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bonnie L Garcia Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 615 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bonnie L Garcia Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Bonnie L Garcia Elementary School's student population of 615 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
615 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bonnie L Garcia Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bonnie L Garcia Elementary School is 0.02, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3770 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
99%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
1%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bonnie L Garcia Elementary School's ranking?
Bonnie L Garcia Elementary School is ranked #3770 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Bonnie L Garcia Elementary School?
615 students attend Bonnie L Garcia Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Bonnie L Garcia Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bonnie L Garcia Elementary School?
Bonnie L Garcia Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bonnie L Garcia Elementary School offer ?
Bonnie L Garcia Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Bonnie L Garcia Elementary School part of?
Bonnie L Garcia Elementary School is part of United Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Bonnie L Garcia Elementary School located?
Bonnie L Garcia Elementary School is located in the Lago Del Valle neighborhood of Laredo, TX.
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