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#4679 of 8,552 schools in TX
Garcia Ymla
Middle School · AUSTIN ISD
7414 JOHNNY MORRIS RD, Austin, TX 78724
Enrollment
253
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
6.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
253
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
6.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#4,679 of 8,552
In Austin
#113 of 241
public schools
In district
#50 of 118
AUSTIN ISD
School environment
8.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Garcia Ymla
Garcia Ymla is a public middle school in Austin, TX, part of AUSTIN ISD. Garcia Ymla serves approximately 253 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 10.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Garcia Ymla has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #4,679 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Garcia Ymla show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 5.2
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Garcia Ymla sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Garcia Ymla — Students at Garcia Ymla score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 20 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: 7.4/10.
How Garcia Ymla Compares
See how Garcia Ymla 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
7414 JOHNNY MORRIS RD, Austin, TX 78724
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Garcia Ymla may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. SADLER MEANS YWLA (rated 5.4/10, 2.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is AUSTIN ACHIEVE MIDDLE (rated 4.3/10, 2.3 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, DECKER MIDDLE (rated 3.2/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Manor), a more accessible option. For more schools in Austin, see our Austin schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| JORDAN EL Austin | 0.7 mi | 2.8 |
| OVERTON EL Austin | 0.9 mi | 2.8 |
| LBJ ECHS Austin | 0.8 mi | 4.2 |
| MAGNOLIA MONTESSORI FOR ALL Austin | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| DECKER MIDDLE Manor | 1.3 mi | 3.2 |
| FOUNDERS CLASSICAL ACADEMY-AUSTIN NORTH Lewisville | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
| WINN MONTESSORI Austin | 1.4 mi | 4.2 |
| DECKER EL Austin | 1.5 mi | 3.2 |
| OAK MEADOWS EL Manor | 2.1 mi | 6.8 |
| TEXAS PREPARATORY SCHOOL - AUSTIN CAMPUS San Marcos | 2.0 mi | 2.2 |
| THE EAST AUSTIN COLLEGE PREP AT SOUTHWEST KEY Austin | 2.2 mi | 2.8 |
| THE EAST AUSTIN COLLEGE PREP AT MLK Austin | 2.2 mi | 4.1 |
| PECAN SPRINGS EL Austin | 2.1 mi | 2.8 |
| SADLER MEANS YWLA Austin | 2.3 mi | 5.4 |
| ANDREWS EL Austin | 2.3 mi | 3.1 |
| AUSTIN ACHIEVE MIDDLE Austin | 2.3 mi | 4.3 |
| AUSTIN ACHIEVE NORTHEAST EL Austin | 2.3 mi | 7.3 |
| AUSTIN ACHIEVE H S Austin | 2.3 mi | 6.0 |
| KIPP AUSTIN ACADEMY OF ARTS & LETTERS Austin | 2.7 mi | 2.9 |
| KIPP ALEGRIA PRI Austin | 2.7 mi | 3.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78724 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,906
Median Home Value
$295,400
Median Rent
$1,454/mo
Population
29,326
College Educated
28%
Homeownership
64.2%
Avg Commute
28.7 min
Poverty Rate
13.1%
Median Age
32.2
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| MOODY MIDDLE Moody, TX | 6.0 |
| PEASTER J H Peaster, TX | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Garcia Ymla
What grades does Garcia Ymla serve?
Garcia Ymla serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Garcia Ymla?
Garcia Ymla has an enrollment of approximately 253 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Garcia Ymla?
The student-teacher ratio at Garcia Ymla is 10.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Garcia Ymla rank in TX?
Garcia Ymla ranks #4,679 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Garcia Ymla's MySchoolScout rating?
Garcia Ymla has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Ymla?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Garcia Ymla has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024).
Is Garcia Ymla a charter school?
No, Garcia Ymla is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Garcia Ymla a Title I school?
No, Garcia Ymla is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Garcia Ymla?
99.2% of students at Garcia Ymla 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
- 253
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Travis County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 29.6%
- Phone
- (512) 841-9400
Resources & Links
District
AUSTIN ISD- District Enrollment
- 72,830
- Schools in District
- 123
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,950
- District Rank
- #50 of 118
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