Serving 606 students in grades 6-8, Lorenzo De Zavala 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 45% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (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: 606 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lorenzo De Zavala Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Lorenzo De Zavala Middle School's student population of 606 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
606 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lorenzo De Zavala 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 Lorenzo De Zavala 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
#4227 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
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
87%
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 Lorenzo De Zavala Middle School's ranking?
Lorenzo De Zavala Middle School is ranked #4227 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?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Lorenzo De Zavala Middle School?
606 students attend Lorenzo De Zavala Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Lorenzo De Zavala Middle School students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lorenzo De Zavala Middle School?
Lorenzo De Zavala Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lorenzo De Zavala Middle School offer ?
Lorenzo De Zavala Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Lorenzo De Zavala Middle School part of?
Lorenzo De Zavala Middle School is part of La Joya Independent School District.
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