Serving 808 students in grades 6-8, Garner Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 808 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Garner Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Garner Middle School's student population of 808 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
808 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
School Rankings
Garner Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Garner Middle School is 0.40, 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
#6399 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
76%
53%
Black
11%
13%
White
10%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Garner Middle School's ranking?
Garner Middle School is ranked #6399 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Garner Middle School often compared to?
Garner Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Krueger Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Garner Middle School?
808 students attend Garner Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Garner Middle School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 10% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Garner Middle School?
Garner Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Garner Middle School offer ?
Garner Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Garner Middle School part of?
Garner Middle School is part of North East Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Garner Middle School located?
Garner Middle School is located in the San Antonio International Airport Vicinity neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 27 other public schools located in San Antonio International Airport Vicinity.
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