Serving 1,502 students in grades 6-8, Macario 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 54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,502 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Macario Garcia Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Macario Garcia Middle School's student population of 1,502 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,502 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Macario Garcia Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Macario Garcia Middle School is 0.68, which is more 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
#964 out of 8079 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
49%
5%
Hispanic
15%
53%
Black
22%
13%
White
11%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Macario Garcia Middle School's ranking?
Macario Garcia Middle School is ranked #964 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Macario Garcia Middle School?
1,502 students attend Macario Garcia Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Macario Garcia Middle School students are Asian, 22% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Macario Garcia Middle School?
Macario Garcia Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Macario Garcia Middle School offer ?
Macario Garcia Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Macario Garcia Middle School part of?
Macario Garcia Middle School is part of Fort Bend ISD School District.
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