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#3420 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 40% in state
B L Garza Middle
Middle School · EDINBURG CISD
P O BOX 990, Edinburg, TX 78540
Enrollment
1,046
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
6.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,046
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
6.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#3,420 of 8,552
In Edinburg
#26 of 52
public schools
In district
#20 of 42
EDINBURG CISD
Equity
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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About B L Garza Middle
B L Garza Middle is a public middle school in Edinburg, TX, part of EDINBURG CISD. B L Garza Middle serves approximately 1,046 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. B L Garza Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #3,420 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for B L Garza Middle show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.9 · Average
- District avg 6.8
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
37% of students at B L Garza Middle were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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B L Garza Middle — Students at B L Garza Middle score 47% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
79.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 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: 6.9/10.
How B L Garza Middle Compares
See how B L Garza Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
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 9.4/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ELIAS LONGORIA SR MIDDLE (rated 7.6/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, SOUTH MIDDLE (rated 7.5/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. 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 | 4.3 |
| TREVINO EL Edinburg | 1.4 mi | 7.8 |
| KIDS LEARNING CENTER Edinburg | 1.6 mi | — |
| DE LA VINA EL Edinburg | 1.7 mi | 6.9 |
| SOUTH TEXAS ISD WORLD SCHOLARS Edinburg | 1.9 mi | 8.4 |
| SOUTH TEXAS ISD PREPARATORY ACADEMY Edinburg | 1.9 mi | 9.4 |
| LEE EL Edinburg | 2.1 mi | 6.4 |
| R C FLORES-MARK A ZAPATA EL Edinburg | 2.0 mi | 6.9 |
| CAVAZOS EL Edinburg | 2.2 mi | 7.8 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD Edinburg | 2.3 mi | 3.8 |
| IDEA QUEST ACADEMY Edinburg | 2.3 mi | 7.1 |
| IDEA QUEST COLLEGE PREPARATORY Edinburg | 2.3 mi | 8.5 |
| ELIAS LONGORIA SR MIDDLE Edinburg | 2.3 mi | 7.6 |
| TRUMAN EL Edinburg | 2.3 mi | 6.7 |
| CANTERBURY EL Edinburg | 2.6 mi | 8.2 |
| ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Edinburg | 2.6 mi | 6.1 |
| FREDDY GONZALEZ EL Edinburg | 2.8 mi | 7.5 |
| SOUTH MIDDLE Edinburg | 2.7 mi | 7.5 |
| EDINBURG NORTH H S Edinburg | 2.7 mi | 5.6 |
| 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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| FRANCISCO BARRIENTES MIDDLE Edinburg, TX | 6.9 |
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| JERRY R WALKER MIDDLE Little Elm, TX | 6.9 |
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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 ranks #3,420 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is B L Garza Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
B L Garza Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at B L Garza Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, B L Garza Middle has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
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
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.2%
- Phone
- (956) 289-2480
Resources & Links
District
EDINBURG CISD- District Enrollment
- 33,810
- Schools in District
- 46
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,129
- District Rank
- #20 of 42
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