JUAN DE DIOS SALINAS MIDDLE
648 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
Juan de Dios Salinas Middle School is a public middle school located in Mission, Texas, serving students within the La Joya Independent School District. Situated on North Bentsen Palm Drive, the school functions as a core academic institution for the local community, emphasizing foundational education for students in grades 6 through 8. As part of a district known for its significant focus on bilingual education and serving a predominantly Hispanic population, the school provides a structured environment aimed at preparing students for the transition to high school through both core curricular requirements and various extracurricular opportunities.
The school is characterized by its commitment to the academic and personal growth of its student body, often utilizing the district’s specialized programs to support diverse learning needs. Beyond classroom instruction, Juan de Dios Salinas Middle typically fosters a school culture that prioritizes student engagement through athletics, fine arts, and academic organizations. By maintaining a focus on college and career readiness, the campus aims to instill strong educational values in its students while navigating the specific challenges and opportunities present in the Rio Grande Valley educational landscape.
The school is characterized by its commitment to the academic and personal growth of its student body, often utilizing the district’s specialized programs to support diverse learning needs. Beyond classroom instruction, Juan de Dios Salinas Middle typically fosters a school culture that prioritizes student engagement through athletics, fine arts, and academic organizations. By maintaining a focus on college and career readiness, the campus aims to instill strong educational values in its students while navigating the specific challenges and opportunities present in the Rio Grande Valley educational landscape.
648
Total Students
49.1
Full-Time Teachers
13.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
97.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 1 |
| Hispanic | 647 |
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Hispanic647 (99.8%)
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White1 (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: | LA JOYA ISD |
| Phone: | (956)323-2850 |
| Website: | http://www.lajoyaisd.com |
| Grade Range: | 6th - 8th |
| Total Students: | 648 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 49.1 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 13.2 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 629 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 1 |
Grades Taught
Grade 6
201
Grade 7
226
Grade 8
221
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 201 |
| Grade 7 | 226 |
| Grade 8 | 221 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 309 | 47.7% |
| Male | 339 | 52.3% |
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