School Overview
Garland Alternative Education Center (GAEC), located in Garland, Texas, serves as a specialized campus within the Garland Independent School District designed to support students who require a non-traditional educational environment. The school provides a structured setting for students who may have faced challenges in a conventional high school setting, focusing on academic recovery, behavioral redirection, and the attainment of necessary credits for graduation. By offering smaller class sizes and a more individualized approach to instruction, GAEC aims to keep students on the path toward earning their high school diplomas and preparing them for life after graduation.

The center emphasizes both academic progress and personal responsibility, working closely with district resources to ensure that students receive the support services necessary to succeed. Whether serving students through disciplinary placements or elective alternative programs, the faculty at GAEC is committed to fostering a supportive community that prioritizes credit attainment and personal growth. Through its targeted programming, the school serves as a vital component of the district’s efforts to ensure that every student has an opportunity to overcome obstacles and achieve their educational goals.
114
Total Students
59.0
Full-Time Teachers
1.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
81.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for GARLAND AEC
Demographic Student Count
White7
Hispanic59
Black40
Asian2
Two or More3
American Indian3
  • Hispanic
    59 (51.8 %)
  • Black
    40 (35.1 %)
  • White
    7 (6.1 %)
  • Two or More
    3 (2.6 %)
  • American Indian
    3 (2.6 %)
  • Asian
    2 (1.8 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Alternative School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: N/A
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: GARLAND ISD
Phone: (972)926-2691
Website: http://www.garlandisd.net/gaec
Grade Range: 5th - 12th
Total Students: 114
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 59.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 1.9
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 89
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 4
Grades Taught
Grade 5 1
Grade 6 5
Grade 7 17
Grade 8 19
Grade 9 25
Grade 10 24
Grade 11 15
Grade 12 8

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for GARLAND AEC
Grade Student Count
Grade 51
Grade 65
Grade 717
Grade 819
Grade 925
Grade 1024
Grade 1115
Grade 128
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for GARLAND AEC
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female3127.2%
Male8372.8%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)