O'BANION MIDDLE SCHOOL

O'BANION MIDDLE is a Title I public middle school that is part of the GARLAND ISD school district, located in GARLAND, TX with about 1,110 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th 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 70 teachers, O'BANION MIDDLE has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

O’Banion Middle School, located in Garland, Texas, is a public school serving students in grades 6 through 8 as part of the Garland Independent School District (GISD). The school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, character development, and community involvement. By leveraging the diverse resources of the Garland ISD, O’Banion provides students with a well-rounded curriculum designed to prepare them for the challenges of high school and beyond, while promoting a culture of inclusivity and mutual respect among its student body.

Beyond its core academic offerings, O’Banion Middle School places a strong focus on student engagement through a variety of extracurricular activities, including athletics, fine arts, and various academic clubs. The school’s administration and faculty work closely with families and the local community to maintain an environment where students feel encouraged to explore their interests and achieve their personal best. As part of a larger district known for its commitment to digital learning and innovative teaching strategies, O’Banion strives to equip its students with the essential skills and technological literacy needed to succeed in a modern, global society.

For more information, contact O'BANION MIDDLE at (972) 279-6103 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

700 BIRCHWOOD DR
GARLAND, TX 75043-4999
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O'BANION MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public Title I school in GARLAND, TX with about 1,110 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Texas

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Middle School
Charter School:*
No
District:
GARLAND ISD
Total Students:
1,110
Teachers:
70.3
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
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th 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 1,110 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending O'BANION MIDDLE SCHOOL is predominantly Hispanic/Latino, representing about 75% of the student body.

Hispanic/Latino
75.2%
Black or African American
16.4%
White
5.9%
Asian
1.2%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.7%
Two or more races
0.6%

Female
49.4%
Male
50.6%

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.