School Overview
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.
870
Total Students
64.7
Full-Time Teachers
13.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
83.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for O'BANION MIDDLE
Demographic Student Count
White81
Hispanic585
Black98
Asian20
Two or More13
American Indian71
Pacific Islander2
  • Hispanic
    585 (67.2 %)
  • Black
    98 (11.3 %)
  • White
    81 (9.3 %)
  • American Indian
    71 (8.2 %)
  • Asian
    20 (2.3 %)
  • Two or More
    13 (1.5 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: N/A
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: GARLAND ISD
Phone: (972)279-6103
Website: http://www.garlandisd.net/obanion
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 870
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 64.7
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.4
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 713
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 14
Grades Taught
Grade 6 274
Grade 7 306
Grade 8 290

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for O'BANION MIDDLE
Grade Student Count
Grade 6274
Grade 7306
Grade 8290
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for O'BANION MIDDLE
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female43650.1%
Male43449.9%
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)