School Overview
Sam Houston Middle School is a public middle school located in Garland, Texas, serving students within the Garland Independent School District (GISD). Situated on Sussex Drive, the school functions as part of a large, diverse suburban school district known for its emphasis on academic programming, extracurricular activities, and community engagement. As a typical middle school in the district, it serves grades 6–8, providing a transitional environment aimed at preparing adolescents for the academic rigor and social development required for high school.

The school operates under the broader mission of Garland ISD, which focuses on providing personalized learning experiences and fostering a supportive environment for its student body. Like other schools in the district, Sam Houston Middle benefits from the resources and organizational structure of GISD, including access to specialized curricula, technology initiatives, and a wide array of athletic and fine arts programs. For families looking for specific details regarding current campus performance, extracurricular offerings, or enrollment procedures, the district’s official website at [www.garlandisd.net](http://www.garlandisd.net) serves as the primary portal for up-to-date information.
775
Total Students
58.2
Full-Time Teachers
13.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
89.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for SAM HOUSTON MIDDLE
Demographic Student Count
White28
Hispanic677
Black39
Asian15
Two or More13
American Indian3
  • Hispanic
    677 (87.4%)
  • Black
    39 (5.0%)
  • White
    28 (3.6%)
  • Asian
    15 (1.9%)
  • Two or More
    13 (1.7%)
  • American Indian
    3 (0.4%)
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)926-2640
Website: http://www.garlandisd.net
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 775
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 58.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.3
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 690
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 6
Grades Taught
Grade 6 252
Grade 7 267
Grade 8 256

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for SAM HOUSTON MIDDLE
Grade Student Count
Grade 6252
Grade 7267
Grade 8256
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for SAM HOUSTON MIDDLE
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female37548.4%
Male40051.6%
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)