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#4366 of 8,552 schools in TX
Garcia Middle
Middle School · BROWNSVILLE ISD
5701 FM 802, Brownsville, TX 78521
Enrollment
847
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
6.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
847
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
6.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#4,366 of 8,552
In Brownsville
#47 of 66
public schools
In district
#36 of 51
BROWNSVILLE ISD
Equity
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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About Garcia Middle
Garcia Middle is a public middle school in Brownsville, TX, part of BROWNSVILLE ISD. Garcia Middle serves approximately 847 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Garcia Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #4,366 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Garcia Middle show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.3 · Average
- District avg 7.2
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
34% 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 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
88.1%
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: 6.2/10.
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
5701 FM 802, Brownsville, TX 78521
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Garcia Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. IDEA ROBINDALE COLLEGE PREPARATORY (rated 8.2/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is OLIVEIRA MIDDLE (rated 7.3/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, PERKINS MIDDLE (rated 7.0/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Brownsville, see our Brownsville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PENA EL Brownsville | 0.7 mi | 7.3 |
| VERMILLION ROAD EL Brownsville | 0.8 mi | 7.0 |
| RIVERA EARLY COLLEGE H S Brownsville | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| GONZALEZ EL Brownsville | 1.4 mi | 7.3 |
| PERKINS MIDDLE Brownsville | 1.5 mi | 7.0 |
| IDEA ROBINDALE COLLEGE PREPARATORY Brownsville | 1.5 mi | 8.2 |
| IDEA ROBINDALE ACADEMY Brownsville | 1.5 mi | 7.7 |
| LUCIO MIDDLE Brownsville | 2.0 mi | 7.0 |
| CHAMPION EL Brownsville | 2.0 mi | 5.7 |
| EL JARDIN EL Brownsville | 2.1 mi | 6.8 |
| HARMONY SCHOOL OF INNOVATION - BROWNSVILLE Brownsville | 2.6 mi | 8.0 |
| BREEDEN EL Brownsville | 2.8 mi | 5.7 |
| OLIVEIRA MIDDLE Brownsville | 2.8 mi | 7.3 |
| EGLY EL Brownsville | 2.9 mi | 6.9 |
| HUDSON EL Brownsville | 2.8 mi | 8.6 |
| MORNINGSIDE EL Brownsville | 3.1 mi | 4.3 |
| GALLEGOS EL Brownsville | 2.9 mi | 7.3 |
| DEL CASTILLO EL Brownsville | 3.4 mi | 4.5 |
| HANNA EARLY COLLEGE H S Brownsville | 3.2 mi | 7.0 |
| BRITE EL Brownsville | 3.5 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78521 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$41,276
Median Home Value
$90,500
Median Rent
$864/mo
Population
87,860
College Educated
14.8%
Homeownership
59.4%
Avg Commute
21.8 min
Poverty Rate
30.6%
Median Age
31.5
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| BAKER MIDDLE Corpus Christi, TX | 6.3 |
| CALHOUN MIDDLE Denton, TX | 6.3 |
| CREEKSIDE INT League City, TX | 6.3 |
| DUMAS J H Dumas, TX | 6.3 |
| FRENSHIP MIDDLE Wolfforth, TX | 6.3 |
| GRIFFIN MIDDLE The Colony, TX | 6.3 |
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 847 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Garcia Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Garcia Middle is 14.9:1. 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 #4,366 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Garcia Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Garcia Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
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?
88.1% 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 847
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 57
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 88.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Cameron County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.2%
- Phone
- (956) 832-6300
Resources & Links
District
BROWNSVILLE ISD- District Enrollment
- 37,065
- Schools in District
- 56
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,041
- District Rank
- #36 of 51
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