Serving 562 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 top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (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 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 562 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Garcia Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Garcia Elementary School's student population of 562 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
562 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
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 0.10, 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
#4545 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
95%
53%
Black
2%
13%
White
3%
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
91%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Garcia Elementary School's ranking?
Garcia Elementary School is ranked #4545 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?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Garcia Elementary School?
562 students attend Garcia Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Garcia Elementary School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, and 2% of students are Black.
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 Corpus Christi Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Garcia Elementary School located?
Garcia Elementary School is located in the Central City neighborhood of Corpus Christi, TX. There are 29 other public schools located in Central City.
School Reviews
1 11/3/2016
This school is not a very good school at all..They need better Special Education Teachers with proper training on how to handle our Special needs Children..
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