Serving 870 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 31% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). 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 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 870 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Garcia Middle serves the eastern part of Brownsville, TX, covering an area of approximately 8.8 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of about 2.2 miles from the school's location to the edge of the attendance zone, extending up to 3.7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Garcia Middle School's student population of 870 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
870 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Garcia Middle 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 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
#5736 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
100%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2011–2023. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.3%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
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 #5736 out of 8,096 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?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% 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?
870 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 15:1, which is higher than 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 Independent School District.
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