DR LEO CIGARROA H S

1,379 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Dr. Leo G. Cigarroa High School, located in Laredo, Texas, is a prominent secondary institution within the Laredo Independent School District (LISD). Serving a diverse student population, the school is named in honor of Dr. Leo G. Cigarroa, a distinguished physician and community leader. The campus is known for its commitment to academic achievement, athletic excellence, and the development of well-rounded students who are prepared for post-secondary education and the workforce.

The school places a strong emphasis on fostering a supportive community environment, often highlighting its school spirit, symbolized by its mascot, the Toros. Beyond core academic offerings, Cigarroa High School provides various extracurricular activities, including UIL sports, fine arts programs, and career-focused pathways, allowing students to explore their interests and build leadership skills. As a vital part of the Laredo community, the school continuously focuses on student success through rigorous curriculum standards and dedicated faculty support, aiming to empower its graduates to contribute meaningfully to society.

1,379

Total Students

116.5

Full-Time Teachers

11.8

Student/Teacher Ratio

95.8%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for DR LEO CIGARROA H S
Demographic	Student Count
White	7
Hispanic	1,372

Hispanic
1,372 (99.5%)
White
7 (0.5%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	N/A
Shared Time Status:	N/A
District:	LAREDO ISD
Phone:	(956)273-6800
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	1,379
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	116.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	11.8
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	1,321
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 363

Grade 10 330

Grade 11 306

Grade 12 380