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Hector J Garcia Early College High School

5201 University Blvd
Laredo, TX 78041
10/
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Top 5%
The H茅ctor J. Garc铆a Early College High School is located in Laredo, Texas. Its address is 5241 University Boulevard. It is one of the four high schools under the Laredo Independent School District.
Serving 383 students in grades 9-12, Hector J Garcia Early College High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 383 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
  • : ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
  • : Top 5%
  • : 75-79% (Top 5%)
  • : 85-89% (Top 5%)
  • : 90-94% (Top 1%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Hector J Garcia Early College High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:

School Overview

Hector J Garcia Early College High School's student population of 383 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
383 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
2006
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Mascot
Wild Boars

School Rankings

Hector J Garcia Early College High School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hector J Garcia Early College High School is 0.04, 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.
This School
State Level (TX)
#164 out of 8096 schools
(Top 5%)
75-79%
44%
85-89%
51%
90-94%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
98%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
n/a
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.04
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hector J Garcia Early College High School's ranking?
Hector J Garcia Early College High School is ranked #164 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hector J Garcia Early College High School?
The graduation rate of Hector J Garcia Early College High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Hector J Garcia Early College High School?
383 students attend Hector J Garcia Early College High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Hector J Garcia Early College High School students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hector J Garcia Early College High School?
Hector J Garcia Early College High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hector J Garcia Early College High School offer ?
Hector J Garcia Early College High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Hector J Garcia Early College High School part of?
Hector J Garcia Early College High School is part of Laredo Independent School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 383 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
  • : ≥95% (Top 20%)
  • : Top 5%
  • : 75-79% (Top 5%)
  • : 85-89% (Top 5%)
  • : 90-94% (Top 1%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

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