Serving 666 students in grades 6-8, Cesar Chavez Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 666 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cesar Chavez Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Cesar Chavez Middle School's student population of 666 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
666 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cesar Chavez Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cesar Chavez Middle School is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4237 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
100%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
n/a
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cesar Chavez Middle School's ranking?
Cesar Chavez Middle School is ranked #4237 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Cesar Chavez Middle School?
666 students attend Cesar Chavez Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Cesar Chavez Middle School students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cesar Chavez Middle School?
Cesar Chavez Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cesar Chavez Middle School offer ?
Cesar Chavez Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Cesar Chavez Middle School part of?
Cesar Chavez Middle School is part of La Joya Independent School District.
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