Serving 289 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Garcia Elementary 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (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 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 289 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Garcia Elementary serves the northern part of its school district in Houston, TX, covering an area of approximately 1.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Garcia Elementary School's student population of 289 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 41% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
289 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Garcia Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Garcia Elementary School is 0.41, 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
#5247 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
73%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
24%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
24%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.3%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
1%
4%
Showing 2010–2019. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Garcia Elementary School's ranking?
Garcia Elementary School is ranked #5247 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Garcia Elementary School?
289 students attend Garcia Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Garcia Elementary School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Garcia Elementary School?
Garcia Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Garcia Elementary School offer ?
Garcia Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Garcia Elementary School part of?
Garcia Elementary School is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Garcia Elementary School located?
Garcia Elementary School is located in the Northeast Houston neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 15 other public schools located in Northeast Houston.
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