Serving 361 students in grades 6-8, Salvador 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 39% (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 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 361 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Salvador Garcia Middle serves the southern part of Laredo, TX, covering an area of approximately 51.6 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 5.1 miles to the zone’s edge and a maximum of 8.1 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Salvador Garcia Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
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Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Salvador Garcia Middle School's student population of 361 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
361 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Salvador 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 Salvador Garcia Middle School is 0.02, 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
#4884 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
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)
35-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
99%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
24%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.3%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
7%
Showing 2005–2014. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Cougars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Salvador Garcia Middle School's ranking?
Salvador Garcia Middle School is ranked #4884 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% 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 Salvador Garcia Middle School?
361 students attend Salvador Garcia Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Salvador Garcia Middle School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Salvador Garcia Middle School?
Salvador Garcia Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Salvador Garcia Middle School offer ?
Salvador Garcia Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Salvador Garcia Middle School part of?
Salvador Garcia Middle School is part of United Independent School District.
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