Joaquin Cigarroa Middle School

2600 Palo Blanco St
Laredo, TX 78046
(School attendance zone shown in map)
3/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 1,104 students in grades 6-8, Joaquin Cigarroa Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 1,104 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • : Bottom 50% in TX
  • : 27% (Btm 50%)
  • : 38% (Btm 50%)
  • : 42% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Joaquin Cigarroa Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:

School Overview

Joaquin Cigarroa Middle School's student population of 1,104 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 92 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,104 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
92 teachers
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School Rankings

Joaquin Cigarroa 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 Joaquin Cigarroa 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.
This School
State Level (TX)
#6452 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
This chart displays the overall school rank of Joaquin Cigarroa Middle School, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
27%
41%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Joaquin Cigarroa Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Texas by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
38%
51%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Joaquin Cigarroa Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Texas by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
42%
46%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Joaquin Cigarroa Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in Texas by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
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American Indian
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Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
100%
53%
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Black
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13%
White
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26%
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Hawaiian
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n/a
Two or more races
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3%
All Ethnic Groups
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0.00
This chart displays the diversity score of Joaquin Cigarroa Middle School and the public school average diversity score of Texas by year, with the latest 2000-01 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
57%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Joaquin Cigarroa Middle School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in Texas by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (06-07)
3%
8%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Joaquin Cigarroa Middle School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Texas by year, with the latest 2006-07 school year data.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Joaquin Cigarroa Middle School's ranking?
Joaquin Cigarroa Middle School is ranked #6452 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?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Joaquin Cigarroa Middle School?
1,104 students attend Joaquin Cigarroa Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Joaquin Cigarroa Middle School students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Joaquin Cigarroa Middle School?
Joaquin Cigarroa Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Joaquin Cigarroa Middle School offer ?
Joaquin Cigarroa Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Joaquin Cigarroa Middle School part of?
Joaquin Cigarroa Middle School is part of Laredo Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Joaquin Cigarroa Middle School located?
Joaquin Cigarroa Middle School is located in the Santo Nino neighborhood of Laredo, TX. There are 5 other public schools located in Santo Nino.

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 1,104 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 27% (Btm 50%)
  • : 38% (Btm 50%)
  • : 42% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

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