Below Average
#7663 of 8,547 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
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
498
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Grand Prairie
#47 of 53
public schools
Texas elementary schools
#3,969 of 4,678
In district
#34 of 38
GRAND PRAIRIE ISD
About Hector P Garcia EL
Hector P Garcia Elementary is a regular public school located in the Grand Prairie area of Dallas County, Texas. Serving students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade, the school has an enrollment of 498 students and employs 30 full-time equivalent teachers, resulting in a student-teacher ratio of 16.6:1. The setting is in a large suburban area with easy access to local amenities and parks.
Hector P Garcia Elementary focuses on providing a supportive educational environment for its young learners. With an overall MySchoolScout rating of 2.8 out of 10, the school is ranked #7888 among Texas schools, placing it in the 8th percentile statewide. In terms of academic performance, students have shown proficiency rates of 32% in ELA/Reading and 35% in Math, indicating areas for improvement but also demonstrating a commitment to student development.
Hector P Garcia Elementary is situated in a community that values education and works together to support its children's growth.
Score Breakdown
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Hector P Garcia EL — Students at Hector P Garcia EL score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 4 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: 3.5/10.
How Hector P Garcia EL Compares
See how Hector P Garcia EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 48% (2019) to 22% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 39% (2019) to 26% (2021).
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. GOLDEN RULE GRAND PRAIRIE (rated 6.6/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Desoto), which scores notably higher. Another option is DELMAS F MORTON EL (rated 6.4/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 0.9 miles away), 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 | 6.3 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Grand Prairie | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| WILLIAM B TRAVIS WORLD LANGUAGE ACADEMY Grand Prairie | 1.2 mi | 3.7 |
| CROCKETT EARLY EDUCATION SCHOOL Grand Prairie | 2.1 mi | 5.4 |
| DELMAS F MORTON EL Grand Prairie | 2.0 mi | 6.4 |
| ELLIOTT EL Irving | 2.3 mi | 4.9 |
| GRAND PRAIRIE H S Grand Prairie | 2.0 mi | 4.5 |
| UPLIFT EDUCATION - UPLIFT GRAND PREPARATORY Dallas | 2.0 mi | 5.7 |
| UPLIFT GRAND SECONDARY Dallas | 2.0 mi | 5.1 |
| UPLIFT GRAND H S Dallas | 2.0 mi | 5.9 |
| GRAND PRAIRIE FINE ARTS ACADEMY Grand Prairie | 2.2 mi | 6.4 |
| HOBBS WILLIAMS EL Grand Prairie | 2.5 mi | 3.6 |
| GOLDEN RULE GRAND PRAIRIE Desoto | 2.6 mi | 6.6 |
| YWLA AT BILL ARNOLD Grand Prairie | 2.7 mi | 5.5 |
| TOWNLEY EL Irving | 2.8 mi | 3.6 |
| NIMITZ H S Irving | 2.8 mi | 6.2 |
| HARMONY SCIENCE ACADEMY - GRAND PRAIRIE Grand Prairie | 2.5 mi | 5.2 |
| BONHAM EES Grand Prairie | 2.9 mi | 5.8 |
| UPLIFT EDUCATION - INFINITY PREPARATORY PRI Dallas | 3.0 mi | 3.4 |
| UPLIFT EDUCATION - INFINITY PREPARATORY MIDDLE SCH Dallas | 3.0 mi | 3.5 |
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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Hector P Garcia EL has a median household income of $70,484. It is a community where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $224,400, with a median rent of $1,412/month. The area has a poverty rate of 15.8%. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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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 is ranked #7663 out of 8,547 schools in TX.
What is Hector P Garcia EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Hector P Garcia EL has a composite rating of 4.2 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Hector P Garcia EL?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Hector P Garcia EL has 35.0% math proficiency and 32.5% reading/ELA proficiency.
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
- City Safety
- High (1,826/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Grand Prairie). Data >1 year old.
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
- Phone
- (972) 237-0001
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
GRAND PRAIRIE ISD- District Enrollment
- 26,638
- Schools in District
- 39
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,976
- District Rank
- #34 of 38
Other Schools in This District
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