Serving 621 students in grades 6-8, Hector P Garcia Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 621 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hector P Garcia Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Hector P Garcia Middle School's student population of 621 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
621 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Hector P Garcia Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hector P Garcia Middle School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4114 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Hispanic
94%
54%
Black
3%
13%
White
3%
24%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hector P Garcia Middle School's ranking?
Hector P Garcia Middle School is ranked #4114 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Hector P Garcia Middle School?
621 students attend Hector P Garcia Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Hector P Garcia Middle School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hector P Garcia Middle School?
Hector P Garcia Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hector P Garcia Middle School offer ?
Hector P Garcia Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Hector P Garcia Middle School part of?
Hector P Garcia Middle School is part of Dallas Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Hector P Garcia Middle School located?
Hector P Garcia Middle School is located in the Oak Cliff neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 46 other public schools located in Oak Cliff.
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