Below Average
#6513 of 8,552 schools in TX
Gus Garcia Middle
Middle School · EDGEWOOD ISD
3306 RUIZ ST, San Antonio, TX 78228
Enrollment
451
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
4.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
451
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
4.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#6,513 of 8,552
In San Antonio
#292 of 516
public schools
In district
#7 of 23
EDGEWOOD ISD
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About Gus Garcia Middle
Gus Garcia Middle is a public middle school in San Antonio, TX, part of EDGEWOOD ISD. Gus Garcia Middle serves approximately 451 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Gus Garcia Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #6,513 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Gus Garcia Middle show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 3.6
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Gus Garcia Middle is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
74% of students at Gus 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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Gus Garcia Middle — Students at Gus Garcia Middle score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.6%
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: 6.7/10.
How Gus Garcia Middle Compares
See how Gus 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
3306 RUIZ ST, San Antonio, TX 78228
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gus Garcia Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. LAS PALMAS LEADERSHIP SCHOOL FOR GIRLS (rated 7.8/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is KIPP UN MUNDO PRI (rated 6.5/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JUBILEE - LAKE VIEW UNIVERSITY PREP (rated 5.7/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CARDENAS CENTER San Antonio | 0.1 mi | 5.1 |
| ROY CISNEROS EL San Antonio | 0.4 mi | 4.6 |
| ROOSEVELT EL San Antonio | 0.4 mi | 1.9 |
| ROOSEVELT DUAL LANGUAGE ACADEMY San Antonio | 0.4 mi | 3.5 |
| MEMORIAL H S San Antonio | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| KIPP CAMINO ACADEMY San Antonio | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| KIPP UN MUNDO PRI San Antonio | 0.7 mi | 6.5 |
| BURLESON CENTER San Antonio | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| ST JOHN BOSCO SCHOOL San Antonio | 1.0 mi | 4.9 |
| MADISON EL San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 4.3 |
| FENWICK ACADEMY San Antonio | 1.1 mi | 3.9 |
| LOMA PARK EL San Antonio | 1.1 mi | 4.2 |
| OGDEN EL San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 1.9 |
| LAS PALMAS LEADERSHIP SCHOOL FOR GIRLS San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 7.8 |
| ALTERNATIVE CENTER San Antonio | 1.4 mi | — |
| STEAM AT THE FINE ARTS ACADEMY San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 5.6 |
| RODRIGUEZ MONTESSORI EL San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 3.2 |
| STAFFORD EL San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 2.3 |
| STAFFORD EL VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 3.3 |
| JUBILEE - LAKE VIEW UNIVERSITY PREP San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78228 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$50,865
Median Home Value
$164,700
Median Rent
$1,004/mo
Population
55,474
College Educated
14%
Homeownership
57.7%
Avg Commute
24.9 min
Poverty Rate
25.1%
Median Age
36
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| A LEAL JR MIDDLE San Antonio, TX | 4.9 |
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| INT'L NEWCOMER ACAD Fort Worth, TX | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gus Garcia Middle
What grades does Gus Garcia Middle serve?
Gus Garcia Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Gus Garcia Middle?
Gus Garcia Middle has an enrollment of approximately 451 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gus Garcia Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Gus Garcia Middle is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Gus Garcia Middle rank in TX?
Gus Garcia Middle ranks #6,513 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Gus Garcia Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Gus Garcia Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Gus Garcia Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Gus Garcia Middle has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Gus Garcia Middle a charter school?
Yes, Gus Garcia Middle is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Gus Garcia Middle a Title I school?
No, Gus Garcia Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Gus Garcia Middle?
95.6% of students at Gus 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
- 451
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bexar County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 73.6%
- Phone
- (210) 898-4160
Resources & Links
District
EDGEWOOD ISD- District Enrollment
- 7,930
- Schools in District
- 26
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,407
- District Rank
- #7 of 23
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