DR JAVIER SAENZ MIDDLE
601 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
Dr. Javier Saenz Middle School is a public educational institution located in Peñitas, Texas, serving as part of the La Joya Independent School District. Situated in the Rio Grande Valley, the school functions as a core academic center for the local community, emphasizing foundational middle school curriculum, extracurricular development, and preparation for high school success. The campus is known for its commitment to serving a predominantly Hispanic student population, often tailoring its instructional approach to meet the specific cultural and linguistic needs of students in the border region.
Beyond its academic offerings, the school provides a variety of athletic programs, student organizations, and support services designed to foster personal growth and social-emotional well-being. As an essential hub for students transitioning from elementary to secondary education, Dr. Javier Saenz Middle School prioritizes creating a structured environment that encourages student engagement, attendance, and technological literacy. By partnering with parents and the broader Peñitas community, the school aims to bridge educational gaps and provide the necessary resources to ensure that students are college and career-ready upon graduation.
Beyond its academic offerings, the school provides a variety of athletic programs, student organizations, and support services designed to foster personal growth and social-emotional well-being. As an essential hub for students transitioning from elementary to secondary education, Dr. Javier Saenz Middle School prioritizes creating a structured environment that encourages student engagement, attendance, and technological literacy. By partnering with parents and the broader Peñitas community, the school aims to bridge educational gaps and provide the necessary resources to ensure that students are college and career-ready upon graduation.
601
Total Students
45.6
Full-Time Teachers
13.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
98.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 1 |
| Hispanic | 600 |
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Hispanic600 (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)323-2830 |
| Website: | http://www.lajoyaisd.com |
| Grade Range: | 6th - 8th |
| Total Students: | 601 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 45.6 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 13.2 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 590 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 2 |
Grades Taught
Grade 6
203
Grade 7
194
Grade 8
204
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 203 |
| Grade 7 | 194 |
| Grade 8 | 204 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 306 | 50.9% |
| Male | 295 | 49.1% |
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