Below Average
#7575 of 8,552 schools in TX
Garner Middle
Middle School · NORTH EAST ISD
4302 HARRY WURZBACH RD, San Antonio, TX 78209
Enrollment
808
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
4.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
808
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
4.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,575 of 8,552
In San Antonio
#378 of 516
public schools
In district
#67 of 71
NORTH EAST ISD
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About Garner Middle
Garner Middle is a public middle school in San Antonio, TX, part of NORTH EAST ISD. Garner Middle serves approximately 808 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Garner Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #7,575 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Garner Middle show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 5.9
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at Garner 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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Garner Middle — Students at Garner Middle score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
84%
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: 2.6/10.
How Garner Middle Compares
See how Garner 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
4302 HARRY WURZBACH RD, San Antonio, TX 78209
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Garner Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. ALAMO HEIGHTS J H (rated 8.2/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, KRUEGER MIDDLE (rated 5.6/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST PIUS X CATHOLIC SCHOOL San Antonio | 0.4 mi | 6.3 |
| NORTHWOOD EL San Antonio | 0.6 mi | 7.6 |
| OAK GROVE EL San Antonio | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| MAC ARTHUR PARK LUTHERAN SCHOOL San Antonio | 1.1 mi | — |
| ST MARY'S HALL San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| SERNA EL San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 3.8 |
| MACARTHUR H S San Antonio | 1.3 mi | 5.5 |
| RUTH JONES MCCLENDON MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 5.0 |
| ONE SCHOOL GLOBAL San Antonio | 1.4 mi | — |
| GEORGE GERVIN ACADEMY San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 5.0 |
| WOODRIDGE EL San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 8.6 |
| REGENCY PLACE EL San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 5.0 |
| NORTHEAST EL CAMPUS San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 5.5 |
| NORTHEAST CAMPUS San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 5.9 |
| WILSHIRE EL San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 6.1 |
| ALTERNATIVE EL San Antonio | 1.7 mi | — |
| NEISD - PK4SA San Antonio | 1.6 mi | — |
| KRUEGER MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.6 mi | 5.6 |
| ALAMO HEIGHTS J H San Antonio | 1.8 mi | 8.2 |
| ACADEMY OF CREATIVE ED San Antonio | 2.0 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78209 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,180
Median Home Value
$497,500
Median Rent
$1,371/mo
Population
43,363
College Educated
62.4%
Homeownership
48.7%
Avg Commute
18.8 min
Poverty Rate
8.6%
Median Age
38.3
Similar Schools
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ABELL J H Midland, TX | 4.0 |
| BASTROP MIDDLE Bastrop, TX | 4.0 |
| CRANDALL MIDDLE Crandall, TX | 4.0 |
| CROCKETT MIDDLE Odessa, TX | 4.0 |
| EDWARDS-JOHNSON MEMORIAL MIDDLE Silsbee, TX | 4.0 |
| ELGIN MIDDLE Elgin, TX | 4.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Garner Middle
What grades does Garner Middle serve?
Garner Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Garner Middle?
Garner Middle has an enrollment of approximately 808 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Garner Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Garner Middle is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Garner Middle rank in TX?
Garner Middle ranks #7,575 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Garner Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Garner Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Garner Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Garner Middle has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Garner Middle a charter school?
No, Garner Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Garner Middle a Title I school?
No, Garner Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Garner Middle?
84.0% of students at Garner 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
- 808
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 64
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 84.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bexar County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.6%
- Phone
- (210) 356-3800
Resources & Links
District
NORTH EAST ISD- District Enrollment
- 57,374
- Schools in District
- 75
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,211
- District Rank
- #67 of 71
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