Needs Improvement
#8122 of 8,552 schools in TX
Hector P Garcia EL
Elementary School · GRAND PRAIRIE ISD
2444 GRAHAM, Grand Prairie, TX 75050
Enrollment
498
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
3.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
498
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
3.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#8,122 of 8,552
In Grand Prairie
#52 of 53
public schools
In district
#38 of 38
GRAND PRAIRIE ISD
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Hector P Garcia EL
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About Hector P Garcia EL
Hector P Garcia EL is a public elementary school in Grand Prairie, TX, part of GRAND PRAIRIE ISD. Hector P Garcia EL serves approximately 498 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Hector P Garcia EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10 and ranks #8,122 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Hector P Garcia EL show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.3 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.6
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Hector P Garcia EL — Students at Hector P Garcia EL score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.6%
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: 3.0/10.
How Hector P Garcia EL Compares
See how Hector P Garcia EL 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
2444 GRAHAM, Grand Prairie, TX 75050
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hector P Garcia EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WILLIAM B TRAVIS WORLD LANGUAGE ACADEMY (rated 8.2/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is GOLDEN RULE GRAND PRAIRIE (rated 8.1/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Desoto), which scores notably higher. Additionally, UPLIFT EDUCATION - INFINITY PREPARATORY PRI (rated 7.8/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Dallas), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Grand Prairie, see our Grand Prairie schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| JAMES FANNIN MIDDLE Grand Prairie | 0.4 mi | 3.5 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Grand Prairie | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| WILLIAM B TRAVIS WORLD LANGUAGE ACADEMY Grand Prairie | 1.2 mi | 8.2 |
| CROCKETT EARLY EDUCATION SCHOOL Grand Prairie | 2.1 mi | 3.6 |
| DELMAS F MORTON EL Grand Prairie | 2.0 mi | 5.0 |
| ELLIOTT EL Irving | 2.3 mi | 6.6 |
| GRAND PRAIRIE H S Grand Prairie | 2.0 mi | 4.1 |
| UPLIFT EDUCATION - UPLIFT GRAND PREPARATORY Dallas | 2.0 mi | 4.1 |
| UPLIFT GRAND SECONDARY Dallas | 2.0 mi | 7.2 |
| UPLIFT GRAND H S Dallas | 2.0 mi | 7.0 |
| GRAND PRAIRIE FINE ARTS ACADEMY Grand Prairie | 2.2 mi | 8.0 |
| HOBBS WILLIAMS EL Grand Prairie | 2.5 mi | 4.5 |
| GOLDEN RULE GRAND PRAIRIE Desoto | 2.6 mi | 8.1 |
| YWLA AT BILL ARNOLD Grand Prairie | 2.7 mi | 4.3 |
| TOWNLEY EL Irving | 2.8 mi | 3.7 |
| NIMITZ H S Irving | 2.8 mi | 5.2 |
| HARMONY SCIENCE ACADEMY - GRAND PRAIRIE Grand Prairie | 2.5 mi | 5.3 |
| BONHAM EES Grand Prairie | 2.9 mi | 5.0 |
| UPLIFT EDUCATION - INFINITY PREPARATORY PRI Dallas | 3.0 mi | 7.8 |
| UPLIFT EDUCATION - INFINITY PREPARATORY MIDDLE SCH Dallas | 3.0 mi | 4.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75050 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,484
Median Home Value
$224,400
Median Rent
$1,412/mo
Population
44,402
College Educated
22.7%
Homeownership
43%
Avg Commute
26.4 min
Poverty Rate
15.8%
Median Age
31.6
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| BARRINGTON EL Austin, TX | 3.3 |
| BLACK EL Houston, TX | 3.3 |
| BOWDEN ACADEMY San Antonio, TX | 3.3 |
| CHAPEL HILL ACADEMY Fort Worth, TX | 3.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hector P Garcia EL
What grades does Hector P Garcia EL serve?
Hector P Garcia EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Hector P Garcia EL?
Hector P Garcia EL has an enrollment of approximately 498 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hector P Garcia EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Hector P Garcia EL is 16.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hector P Garcia EL rank in TX?
Hector P Garcia EL ranks #8,122 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Hector P Garcia EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Hector P Garcia EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 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 Hector P Garcia EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hector P Garcia EL has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Hector P Garcia EL a charter school?
No, Hector P Garcia EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hector P Garcia EL a Title I school?
No, Hector P Garcia EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hector P Garcia EL?
91.6% of students at Hector P Garcia EL 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 498
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Dallas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 28.7%
- Phone
- (972) 237-0001
Resources & Links
District
GRAND PRAIRIE ISD- District Enrollment
- 26,638
- Schools in District
- 39
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,976
- District Rank
- #38 of 38
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