Memorial Pathway Academy High School

2825 S First
Garland, TX 75041
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Memorial Pathway Academy High 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 21-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 47%).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • School Type: Alternative school
  • Grades: 6-12
  • : 85-89%
  • : 21-39%
  • : ≤20%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

School Overview

The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 77% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students (17-18)
290 students

Showing 2009–2018. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓

Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

School Rankings

This School
State Level (TX)
(18-19)
21-39%
51%
(18-19)
≤20%
47%
Asian
(17-18)
3%
4%

Showing 2009–2018. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓

Hispanic
(17-18)
78%
52%

Showing 2009–2018. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓

Black
(17-18)
5%
13%

Showing 2009–2018. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓

White
(17-18)
14%
28%

Showing 2009–2018. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓

100%
(17-18)
85-89%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch (17-18)
53%
53%

Showing 2009–2018. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓

Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
6%
6%

Showing 2009–2018. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓

School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Memorial Pathway Academy High School?
The graduation rate of Memorial Pathway Academy High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Memorial Pathway Academy High School?
290 students attend Memorial Pathway Academy High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Memorial Pathway Academy High School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What grades does Memorial Pathway Academy High School offer ?
Memorial Pathway Academy High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Memorial Pathway Academy High School part of?
Memorial Pathway Academy High School is part of Garland Independent School District.

School Reviews

5   10/10/2025
This school is fantastic! If your child is having problems adjusting to a public school sitting, this is the place to be!! The principals and staff generally care about there schools and will go above and beyond for there students!! They are willing to take all measures to make sure your child succeeds! I will recommend this school to the world!! Thank you guys for all you have done for my baby!! I am forever grateful for the Jaguars family!!
- Posted by Parent - Demetrice Ervins

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • School Type: Alternative school
  • Grades: 6-12
  • : 85-89%
  • : 21-39%
  • : ≤20%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

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