Serving 948 students in grades 6-8, Garcia Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 948 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Garcia Middle School's student population of 948 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
948 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Rankings
Garcia Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Garcia Middle School is 0.00, 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
#5245 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
41%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
51%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
46%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
100%
53%
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Black
n/a
13%
White
n/a
26%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
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![This chart displays the diversity score of Garcia Middle School and the public school average diversity score of Texas by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data. This chart displays the diversity score of Garcia Middle School and the public school average diversity score of Texas by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.](http://images2.publicschoolreview.com/charts/diversity_score/94000/94069/garcia-middle-school-chart-byXiPpe.png)
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
57%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
26%
4%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Garcia Middle School's ranking?
Garcia Middle School is ranked #5245 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Garcia Middle School often compared to?
Garcia Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lucio Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Garcia Middle School?
948 students attend Garcia Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Garcia Middle School students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Garcia Middle School?
Garcia Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Garcia Middle School offer ?
Garcia Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Garcia Middle School part of?
Garcia Middle School is part of Brownsville ISD School District.
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