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#6121 of 8,547 schools in TX
B L Garza Middle
Middle School · EDINBURG CISD
P O BOX 990, Edinburg, TX 78540
Enrollment
1,046
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
5.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,046
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
5.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Edinburg
#20 of 52
public schools
Texas middle schools
#1,286 of 1,693
In district
#13 of 42
EDINBURG CISD
School environment
9.1 / 10
Exceptional
About B L Garza Middle
B L Garza Middle School serves 1,046 students in grades 6 through 8 in Edinburg, Texas. This regular public school maintains a favorable student-teacher ratio of 12.8 to 1, with 82 full-time equivalent teachers providing instruction to its middle school community. The school has earned a MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #2166 out of 8,598 schools statewide, placing it in the 75th percentile among Texas schools.
This solid ranking suggests the school is performing well compared to the majority of schools across the state, demonstrating effective educational practices for its student body. With over 1,000 students, B L Garza Middle offers the benefits of a larger school environment while maintaining manageable class sizes through its reasonable student-teacher ratio. The school's size allows for diverse programming opportunities and resources that can serve the varied interests and needs of middle school students during these formative years.
B L Garza Middle School is situated in Edinburg, a mid-size city in Hidalgo County that provides a suburban setting for the school community. The location offers students access to the amenities and opportunities of a growing Texas city while maintaining a more intimate community feel than larger metropolitan areas.
Score Breakdown
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B L Garza Middle — Students at B L Garza Middle score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
79.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 4 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.5/10.
How B L Garza Middle Compares
See how B L Garza Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 58% (2019) to 19% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 49% (2019) to 40% (2021).
Location
P O BOX 990, Edinburg, TX 78540
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering B L Garza Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. SOUTH TEXAS ISD PREPARATORY ACADEMY (rated 6.8/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ELIAS LONGORIA SR MIDDLE (rated 5.4/10, 2.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, SOUTH MIDDLE (rated 5.4/10, 2.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Edinburg, see our Edinburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ZAVALA EL Edinburg | 1.2 mi | 2.8 |
| TREVINO EL Edinburg | 1.4 mi | 4.6 |
| KIDS LEARNING CENTER Edinburg | 1.6 mi | — |
| DE LA VINA EL Edinburg | 1.7 mi | 4.2 |
| SOUTH TEXAS ISD WORLD SCHOLARS Edinburg | 1.9 mi | 7.8 |
| SOUTH TEXAS ISD PREPARATORY ACADEMY Edinburg | 1.9 mi | 6.8 |
| LEE EL Edinburg | 2.1 mi | 5.0 |
| R C FLORES-MARK A ZAPATA EL Edinburg | 2.0 mi | 4.6 |
| CAVAZOS EL Edinburg | 2.2 mi | 5.8 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD Edinburg | 2.3 mi | 4.9 |
| IDEA QUEST ACADEMY Edinburg | 2.3 mi | 5.8 |
| IDEA QUEST COLLEGE PREPARATORY Edinburg | 2.3 mi | 6.8 |
| ELIAS LONGORIA SR MIDDLE Edinburg | 2.3 mi | 5.4 |
| TRUMAN EL Edinburg | 2.3 mi | 3.5 |
| CANTERBURY EL Edinburg | 2.6 mi | 5.8 |
| ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Edinburg | 2.6 mi | 6.1 |
| FREDDY GONZALEZ EL Edinburg | 2.8 mi | 3.1 |
| SOUTH MIDDLE Edinburg | 2.7 mi | 5.4 |
| EDINBURG NORTH H S Edinburg | 2.7 mi | 7.4 |
| SANCTUARY ACADEMY OF THE REGIONAL BIBLE INSTITUTE Edinburgh | 2.8 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78540 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Population
0
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about B L Garza Middle
What grades does B L Garza Middle serve?
B L Garza Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend B L Garza Middle?
B L Garza Middle has an enrollment of approximately 1,046 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at B L Garza Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at B L Garza Middle is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does B L Garza Middle rank in TX?
B L Garza Middle is ranked #6121 out of 8,547 schools in TX.
What is B L Garza Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
B L Garza Middle has a composite rating of 5.3 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at B L Garza Middle?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, B L Garza Middle has 38.5% math proficiency and 44.5% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is B L Garza Middle a charter school?
No, B L Garza Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is B L Garza Middle a Title I school?
No, B L Garza Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for B L Garza Middle?
79.9% of students at B L Garza Middle qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 1,046
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 82
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 79.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Hidalgo County
- Phone
- (956) 289-2480
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
EDINBURG CISD- District Enrollment
- 33,810
- Schools in District
- 46
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,129
- District Rank
- #13 of 42
Other Schools in This District
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