Serving 1,360 students in grades 6-8, Garcia Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,360 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Garcia Middle School serves the northwest part of San Antonio, TX, encompassing an area of approximately 96 square miles. Most students live within a 10-15 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 14.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Garcia Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Garcia Middle School's student population of 1,360 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,360 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2009
School Calendar
School Rankings
Garcia Middle School ranks within the top 20% 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 0.61, 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
#1018 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
9%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
54%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
White
30%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.8%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Silver
School Mascot
Gladiators
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 #1018 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Garcia Middle School often compared to?
Garcia Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stinson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Garcia Middle School?
1,360 students attend Garcia Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Garcia Middle School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Garcia Middle School?
Garcia Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, 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 Northside Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Garcia Middle School located?
Garcia Middle School is located in the Northwest Side neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 30 other public schools located in Northwest Side.
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