Below Average
#7422 of 8,552 schools in TX
Garcia EL
Elementary School · CORPUS CHRISTI ISD
1945 GOLLIHAR RD, Corpus Christi, TX 78416
Enrollment
562
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
562
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,422 of 8,552
In Corpus Christi
#76 of 83
public schools
In district
#46 of 52
CORPUS CHRISTI ISD
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Garcia EL
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About Garcia EL
Garcia EL is a public elementary school in Corpus Christi, TX, part of CORPUS CHRISTI ISD. Garcia EL serves approximately 562 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Garcia EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #7,422 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Garcia EL show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- District avg 5.9
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at Garcia EL 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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Garcia EL — Students at Garcia EL score 36% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.6%
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: 3.7/10.
How Garcia EL Compares
See how Garcia EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1945 GOLLIHAR RD, Corpus Christi, TX 78416
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Garcia EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. DR M L GARZA-GONZALEZ CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HOUSTON EL (rated 6.8/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LOS ENCINOS SES (rated 6.8/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Corpus Christi, see our Corpus Christi schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MOODY H S Corpus Christi | 0.4 mi | 5.7 |
| STUDENT SUPPORT CENTER Corpus Christi | 0.5 mi | 5.3 |
| DR M L GARZA-GONZALEZ CHARTER SCHOOL Corpus Christi | 0.7 mi | 7.3 |
| KENNEDY EL Corpus Christi | 0.8 mi | 6.1 |
| MARTIN MIDDLE Corpus Christi | 1.0 mi | 3.6 |
| FANNIN EL Corpus Christi | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| TRAVIS EL Corpus Christi | 1.2 mi | 2.8 |
| CUNNINGHAM MIDDLE AT SOUTH PARK Corpus Christi | 1.3 mi | 4.5 |
| SHAW SES Corpus Christi | 1.4 mi | 3.5 |
| HOUSTON EL Corpus Christi | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| WEST OSO EL Corpus Christi | 1.6 mi | 4.9 |
| WEST OSO ISD JJAEP Corpus Christi | 1.6 mi | — |
| LOS ENCINOS SES Corpus Christi | 1.8 mi | 6.8 |
| SS. CYRIL & METHODIUS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Corpus Christi | 1.7 mi | 4.5 |
| PREMIER H S - CORPUS CHRISTI Lewisville | 1.8 mi | 2.5 |
| HAROLD T BRANCH ACADEMY FOR CAREER & TECHNICAL ED Corpus Christi | 2.0 mi | 8.2 |
| COLLEGIATE H S Corpus Christi | 1.8 mi | 8.0 |
| PROMESA COLLEGE PREP WEST CORPUS CHRISTI Corpus Christi | 2.0 mi | 5.9 |
| BAKER MIDDLE Corpus Christi | 1.8 mi | 6.3 |
| WEST OSO J H Corpus Christi | 2.1 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78416 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$44,726
Median Home Value
$93,100
Median Rent
$1,066/mo
Population
13,116
College Educated
8.1%
Homeownership
61.6%
Avg Commute
25.9 min
Poverty Rate
22.8%
Median Age
40.3
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| BARRON EL El Paso, TX | 4.1 |
| BRIDGEPORT INT Bridgeport, TX | 4.1 |
| BRUCE SHULKEY EL Fort Worth, TX | 4.1 |
| CEDAR RIDGE EL Waco, TX | 4.1 |
| COLLIER EL San Antonio, TX | 4.1 |
| COOPER EL Garland, TX | 4.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Garcia EL
What grades does Garcia EL serve?
Garcia EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Garcia EL?
Garcia EL has an enrollment of approximately 562 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Garcia EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Garcia EL is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Garcia EL rank in TX?
Garcia EL ranks #7,422 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Garcia EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Garcia EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 Garcia EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Garcia EL has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Garcia EL a charter school?
No, Garcia EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Garcia EL a Title I school?
No, Garcia EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Garcia EL?
93.6% of students at Garcia EL 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 562
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Nueces County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.5%
- Phone
- (361) 878-2280
Resources & Links
District
CORPUS CHRISTI ISD- District Enrollment
- 33,053
- Schools in District
- 54
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,836
- District Rank
- #46 of 52
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