Joaquin Cigarroa Middle School

2600 Palo Blanco St
Laredo, TX 78046
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Bottom 50%
Serving 1,067 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 15% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 1,067 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • : Bottom 50% in TX
  • : 15% (Btm 50%)
  • : 24% (Btm 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 1,067 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 94 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,067 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
94 teachers
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School Rankings

Joaquin Cigarroa Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,079 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.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
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State Level (TX)
#7077 out of 8079 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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15%
37%
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24%
42%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
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American Indian
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Asian
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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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Two or more races
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3%
All Ethnic Groups
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0.00
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
57%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (06-07)
3%
8%
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School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 #7077 out of 8,079 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?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Joaquin Cigarroa Middle School?
1,067 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 11:1, 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 ISD School District.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 1,067 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 15% (Btm 50%)
  • : 24% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

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