Serving 166 students in grades 6-8, Garrison Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (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.
Minority enrollment is 26% 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: 166 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Garrison Middle's attendance zone covers the entire Garrison, TX school district, encompassing approximately 107.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 5.2 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 11.6 miles to its furthest boundary.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Garrison Middle School's student population of 166 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
166 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
The Mission of Garrison ISD is to provide all students with the skills that will enable them to compete, contribute, and meet the challenges in a changing complex society.
School Rankings
Garrison Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Garrison Middle School is 0.43, 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
#3195 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
74%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-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 Garrison Middle School's ranking?
Garrison Middle School is ranked #3195 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Garrison Middle School?
166 students attend Garrison Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Garrison Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Garrison Middle School?
Garrison Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Garrison Middle School offer ?
Garrison Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Garrison Middle School part of?
Garrison Middle School is part of Garrison Independent School District.
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