Very Good
#3179 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 37% in state
Garcia Middle
Middle School · ALDINE ISD
11000 ROSSLYN RD, Houston, TX 77038
Enrollment
965
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
7.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
965
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
7.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#3,179 of 8,552
In Houston
#177 of 723
public schools
In district
#13 of 77
ALDINE ISD
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Garcia Middle
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About Garcia Middle
Garcia Middle is a public middle school in Houston, TX, part of ALDINE ISD. Garcia Middle serves approximately 965 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Garcia Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,179 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Garcia Middle show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 4.5
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
46% of students at Garcia 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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Garcia Middle — Students at Garcia Middle score 37% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 12 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.6/10.
How Garcia Middle Compares
See how Garcia 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
11000 ROSSLYN RD, Houston, TX 77038
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Garcia Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. KLEIN INT (rated 5.4/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Klein), a more accessible option. Another option is HOUSTON ACADEMY (rated 5.0/10, 1.3 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, DREW ACADEMY (rated 3.8/10, 2.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HILL EL Houston | 0.6 mi | 8.2 |
| STOVALL EC/PK/K Houston | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| HOUSTON ACADEMY Houston | 1.3 mi | 5.0 |
| GOODMAN EL Houston | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| CARAWAY EL Houston | 1.3 mi | 5.2 |
| REECE ACADEMY Houston | 1.4 mi | 7.2 |
| NITSCH EL Klein | 1.3 mi | 8.6 |
| CARVER H S FOR APPLIED TECH/ENGINEERING/ARTS Houston | 1.5 mi | 4.5 |
| ETERNITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Houston | 1.5 mi | 3.8 |
| KLEIN INT Klein | 1.5 mi | 5.4 |
| GRAY EL Houston | 1.7 mi | 4.2 |
| HARRIS EL Houston | 1.9 mi | 3.3 |
| ANDERSON ACADEMY Houston | 1.9 mi | 3.6 |
| DREW ACADEMY Houston | 2.0 mi | 3.8 |
| VINES EC/PK/K Houston | 2.0 mi | 5.2 |
| SAMMONS EL Houston | 2.1 mi | 4.4 |
| STEHLIK EL Houston | 2.0 mi | 7.1 |
| BLANSON CTE H S Houston | 2.0 mi | 7.2 |
| EISENHOWER H S Houston | 1.9 mi | 4.0 |
| OSBORNE EL Houston | 2.0 mi | 4.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77038 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$50,655
Median Home Value
$173,500
Median Rent
$1,248/mo
Population
31,271
College Educated
11.8%
Homeownership
57.3%
Avg Commute
31.6 min
Poverty Rate
25.3%
Median Age
29.3
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| ACTON MIDDLE Granbury, TX | 7.0 |
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| ANN RICHARDS MIDDLE Mission, TX | 7.0 |
| B G HUDSON MIDDLE Sachse, TX | 7.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Garcia Middle
What grades does Garcia Middle serve?
Garcia Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Garcia Middle?
Garcia Middle has an enrollment of approximately 965 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Garcia Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Garcia Middle is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Garcia Middle rank in TX?
Garcia Middle ranks #3,179 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Garcia Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Garcia Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Garcia Middle has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
Is Garcia Middle a charter school?
No, Garcia Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Garcia Middle a Title I school?
No, Garcia Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Garcia Middle?
91.2% of students at Garcia 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 965
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 73
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Harris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.2%
- Phone
- (281) 878-3730
Resources & Links
District
ALDINE ISD- District Enrollment
- 57,844
- Schools in District
- 80
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,268
- District Rank
- #13 of 77
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