Garcia Middle vs Great Hearts Invictus
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 3.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Garcia Middle
San Antonio ยท Public middle ยท Grades 6โ8
1,360 students
Great Hearts Invictus
Helotes ยท Charter other ยท Grades Kโ9
918 students
| Measure | Garcia Middle San Antonio, Texas | Great Hearts Invictus Helotes, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 81 Top 10% | โ Not rated |
| State rank | #97 of 1,684 | โ |
| National rank | #1324 of 15,369 | โ |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Middle | Other |
| Year range | Grades 6โ8 | Grades Kโ9 |
| Students | 1,360 | 918 |
| Enrollment | 1,360 | 918 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 18.9% | 21.5% |
| Students per teacher | 17.7 | 22.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 73% | โ |
| Math proficiency | 75% | โ |
| city | San Antonio | Helotes |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | โ | โ |
The verdict
- โขGarcia Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (18.9% vs 21.5%).
- โขGarcia Middle does better on students per teacher (17.7 vs 22.4).
- โขGarcia Middle is the larger school with 1,360 students compared with 918.
- โขGarcia Middle is a public school while Great Hearts Invictus is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Garcia Middle better than Great Hearts Invictus?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Garcia Middle and Great Hearts Invictus?
About 3.7 km in a straight line, between San Antonio and Helotes in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Garcia Middle: 1,360. Great Hearts Invictus: 918. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Garcia Middle and Great Hearts Invictus rank in Texas?
Garcia Middle is 97th of 1,684 and Great Hearts Invictus is unranked among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).