At a glance
Reported students
2,001
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
132.33
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
15.1:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Texas high enrollment
83rd percentile
Compared with 1,941 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
562
S Garland H S: 2,001 reported students.
State peer staffing position
62nd percentile
15.1:1 reported; state peer median 13.9:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 2,170
- Teachers (FTE)
- 133.45
- Student–teacher ratio
- 16.3:1
What the reported data says about S Garland H S
S Garland H S is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in Garland. It is one of 68 current school records connected to Garland ISD. NCES reports 2,001 students for 2024–25.
Among 1,941 high schools in Texas with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 431 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 83rd percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 15.1:1, close to the Texas median of 13.9:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Hispanic or Latino (76.1%) and Black (9.5%). English learners represent 48.1% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 9.4%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, gifted and talented programming, computer science. The school reported 25 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking S Garland H S
- 1How do the reported 15.1:1 student–teacher ratio and 132.33 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 6.33 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 48.1%
- Students with disabilities
- 9.4%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 90.1%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 6.33
- Nurses (FTE)
- 2
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White6%
- Hispanic76.1%
- Black9.5%
- Asian1.4%
- American Indian / Alaska Native5.5%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial1.4%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
25 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Offered
Computer science
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Garland ISD
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Naaman Forest H S
High · Grades 09–12
1,949 reported students
Lakeview Centennial H S
High · Grades 09–12
2,073 reported students
Rowlett H S
High · Grades 09–12
2,156 reported students
Garland H S
High · Grades 09–12
2,335 reported students
N Garland H S
High · Grades 09–12
2,929 reported students
Sachse H S
High · Grades 09–12
2,935 reported students
Public schools near S Garland H S
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Memorial Pathway Academy H S High · Garland ISD | 06–12 | 0 | 1.1 mi |
| Lakeview Centennial H S High · Garland ISD | 09–12 | 2,073 | 2.7 mi |
| Garland H S High · Garland ISD | 09–12 | 2,335 | 3 mi |
| Pioneer Technology (Ptaa) Mesquite High · Charter · Pioneer Technology & Arts Academy | 05–12 | 484 | 4 mi |
| Premier H S Mesquite High · Charter · Premier High Schools | 09–12 | 103 | 4 mi |
| Texasworks - Mesquite High · Charter · Texas Works | 09–12 | 9 | 4 mi |
Frequently asked questions about S Garland H S
What grades does S Garland H S serve?
S Garland H S reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Garland ISD.
How many students attend S Garland H S?
S Garland H S reported 2,001 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 83rd percentile among 1,941 Texas high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 2,170 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at S Garland H S?
The calculated ratio is 15.1:1, based on 2,001 students and 132.33 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Texas median for the same school level is 13.9:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is S Garland H S a public, charter, or magnet school?
S Garland H S is a public school and is not a charter school; it is also identified as a magnet school. Admission can involve an application or lottery, so check enrollment windows with the school.
What share of S Garland H S students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
90.1% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is S Garland H S in?
S Garland H S is part of Garland ISD, based in Garland, TX, which operates 68 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near S Garland H S?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Memorial Pathway Academy H S (1.1 mi), Lakeview Centennial H S (2.7 mi), Garland H S (3 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.