WATSON TECHNOLOGY CENTER

WATSON TECHNOLOGY CENTER is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the GARLAND ISD school district, located in GARLAND, TX with about 583 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 32 teachers, WATSON TECHNOLOGY CENTER has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

WATSON TECHNOLOGY CENTER is a specialized magnet school located in Garland, Texas, operating under the Garland Independent School District. As a technology-focused campus, it is designed to provide students with a rigorous academic foundation that integrates advanced digital literacy, computer science, and innovative problem-solving skills into the standard curriculum. The school serves as a hub for students who demonstrate an interest in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) fields, aiming to prepare them for the demands of a modern, tech-driven workforce.

The school is noted for its commitment to project-based learning and the integration of cutting-edge technology in the classroom. By leveraging its specialized resources, WATSON TECHNOLOGY CENTER fosters an environment where students engage in collaborative, hands-on activities that emphasize critical thinking and technical proficiency. As part of the Garland ISD magnet program, the school draws students from across the district who are looking for a unique educational experience that bridges traditional academics with high-level technical training.

For more information, contact WATSON TECHNOLOGY CENTER at (972) 926-2600 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

2601 DAIRY RD
GARLAND, TX 75041-3599
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WATSON TECHNOLOGY CENTER is a public Title I school in GARLAND, TX with about 583 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Texas

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Magnet school:
Yes
District:
GARLAND ISD
Total Students:
583
Teachers:
32.52
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 583 students

Hispanic/Latino
40.5%
White
22.1%
Black or African American
19.6%
Asian
11.7%
Two or more races
3.1%
American Indian or Alaska Native
2.9%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.2%

Female
45.6%
Male
54.4%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.