Very Good
#1862 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 22% in state
Irene M Garcia Middle
Middle School · LA JOYA ISD
933 PAULA DR, Mission, TX 78572
Enrollment
625
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
7.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
625
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
7.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#1,862 of 8,552
In Mission
#10 of 65
public schools
In district
#10 of 36
LA JOYA ISD
Equity
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Irene M Garcia Middle
Irene M Garcia Middle is a public middle school in Mission, TX, part of LA JOYA ISD. Irene M Garcia Middle serves approximately 625 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Irene M Garcia Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,862 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Irene M Garcia Middle show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 7.6
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Irene M 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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Irene M Garcia Middle — Students at Irene M Garcia Middle score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
98.9%
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: 7.7/10.
How Irene M Garcia Middle Compares
See how Irene M 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
933 PAULA DR, Mission, TX 78572
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Irene M Garcia Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. MEMORIAL MIDDLE (rated 8.8/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is IDEA PALMVIEW COLLEGE PREPARATORY (rated 8.6/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, WHITE J H (rated 6.6/10, 1.5 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Mission, see our Mission schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| E B REYNA EL Mission | 0.4 mi | 8.3 |
| MEMORIAL MIDDLE Mission | 0.4 mi | 8.8 |
| ENRIQUE KIKI CAMARENA EL Mission | 0.5 mi | 7.8 |
| PREMIER H S OF PALMVIEW Lewisville | 1.0 mi | 5.9 |
| JOSE DE ESCANDON EL Mission | 1.4 mi | 7.7 |
| LA JOYA PALMVIEW H S Mission | 1.5 mi | 5.5 |
| IDEA PALMVIEW COLLEGE PREPARATORY Mission | 1.6 mi | 8.6 |
| IDEA PALMVIEW ACADEMY Mission | 1.6 mi | 6.6 |
| WHITE J H Mission | 1.5 mi | 6.6 |
| LLOYD M BENTSEN EL Mission | 1.7 mi | 8.2 |
| OLLIE O'GRADY EL Mission | 1.7 mi | 5.5 |
| BRILLANTE ACADEMY Mission | 1.9 mi | 5.4 |
| IDEA NORTH MISSION ACADEMY Mission | 1.8 mi | 7.7 |
| IDEA NORTH MISSION COLLEGE PREPARATORY Mission | 1.8 mi | 5.7 |
| MARCELL EL Mission | 2.0 mi | 4.6 |
| HILDA C ESCOBAR/ALICIA C RIOS EL Mission | 2.0 mi | 7.2 |
| MISSION H S Mission | 2.0 mi | 5.6 |
| LEO J LEO EL Mission | 2.0 mi | 8.2 |
| GUILLERMO FLORES EL Mission | 2.1 mi | 7.4 |
| PATRICIO PEREZ EL Mission | 2.3 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78572 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,029
Median Home Value
$121,900
Median Rent
$900/mo
Population
78,197
College Educated
25%
Homeownership
72.1%
Avg Commute
20.7 min
Poverty Rate
20.4%
Median Age
38.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Irene M Garcia Middle
What grades does Irene M Garcia Middle serve?
Irene M Garcia Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Irene M Garcia Middle?
Irene M Garcia Middle has an enrollment of approximately 625 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Irene M Garcia Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Irene M Garcia Middle is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Irene M Garcia Middle rank in TX?
Irene M Garcia Middle ranks #1,862 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Irene M Garcia Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Irene M Garcia Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Irene M Garcia Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Irene M Garcia Middle has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Irene M Garcia Middle a charter school?
No, Irene M Garcia Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Irene M Garcia Middle a Title I school?
No, Irene M Garcia Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Irene M Garcia Middle?
98.9% of students at Irene M 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 625
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 43
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hidalgo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.4%
- Phone
- (956) 323-2840
Resources & Links
District
LA JOYA ISD- District Enrollment
- 23,998
- Schools in District
- 37
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,592
- District Rank
- #10 of 36
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