The Héctor J. García 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 392 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 (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 392 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 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:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Hector J Garcia Early College High School's student population of 392 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
392 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
2006
Colors
Blue and Gold
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
Average Class Size
15 students
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 0.02, 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
#164 out of 8096 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
14:1
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
99%
54%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)2.6%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
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?
392 students attend Hector J Garcia Early College High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Hector J Garcia Early College High School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
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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