Below Average
#7346 of 8,552 schools in TX
Garcia EL
Elementary School · HOUSTON ISD
9550 ALDINE WESTFIELD RD, Houston, TX 77093
Enrollment
325
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
325
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,346 of 8,552
In Houston
#595 of 723
public schools
In district
#225 of 272
HOUSTON ISD
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Garcia EL
Elementary School in Houston · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Garcia EL
Garcia EL is a public elementary school in Houston, TX, part of HOUSTON ISD. Garcia EL serves approximately 325 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Garcia EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #7,346 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Garcia EL show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 6.0
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Garcia EL — Students at Garcia EL score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
98.8%
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: 4.0/10.
How Garcia EL Compares
See how Garcia EL 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
9550 ALDINE WESTFIELD RD, Houston, TX 77093
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Garcia EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BERRY EL (rated 8.3/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BURBANK EL (rated 8.2/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JANOWSKI EL (rated 6.6/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| COOP EL Houston | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| BERRY EL Houston | 0.8 mi | 8.3 |
| HOUSTON MATH SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY CENTER Houston | 0.8 mi | 3.3 |
| LYONS EL Houston | 1.2 mi | 5.4 |
| KIPP 3D ACADEMY Houston | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
| KIPP DREAM PREP Houston | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| IDEA HARDY ACADEMY Houston | 1.5 mi | 5.7 |
| IDEA HARDY COLLEGE PREPARATORY Houston | 1.5 mi | 6.1 |
| KIPP GENERATIONS COLLEGIATE Houston | 1.4 mi | 7.6 |
| RODERICK R PAIGE EL Houston | 1.6 mi | 5.0 |
| HENRY MIDDLE Houston | 1.6 mi | 5.3 |
| BURBANK MIDDLE Houston | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| BURBANK EL Houston | 1.5 mi | 8.2 |
| SCARBOROUGH EL Houston | 1.7 mi | 5.1 |
| EASTEX-JENSEN NEIGHBORHOOD SCHOOL Lewisville | 1.9 mi | 5.9 |
| JANOWSKI EL Houston | 1.9 mi | 6.6 |
| NORTH EAST STEM ACADEMY Houston | 2.0 mi | 3.4 |
| DE CHAUMES EL Houston | 1.9 mi | 5.2 |
| OUR REDEEMER LUTHERAN NORTH SCHOOL Houston | 2.0 mi | — |
| GEORGE I SANCHEZ NORTH Houston | 2.0 mi | 4.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77093 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$41,958
Median Home Value
$122,400
Median Rent
$1,102/mo
Population
46,091
College Educated
5.4%
Homeownership
56.8%
Avg Commute
31.4 min
Poverty Rate
32.7%
Median Age
31.3
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| DEGAN EL Lewisville, TX | 4.2 |
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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 325 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Garcia EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Garcia EL is 16.2:1. 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 #7,346 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Garcia EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Garcia EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% 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?
98.8% 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 325
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Harris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.3%
- Phone
- (713) 696-2900
Resources & Links
District
HOUSTON ISD- District Enrollment
- 184,109
- Schools in District
- 274
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,072
- District Rank
- #225 of 272
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