Serving 757 students in grades 6-8, Lamar Bruni Vergara 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 41% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 757 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: LAMAR BRUNI VERGARA MIDDLE serves the southern part of Laredo, TX, covering an area of approximately 81.5 square miles, with typical drive times of 10 to 15 minutes from various locations within the zone. The furthest edge of the attendance area is about 16.2 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lamar Bruni Vergara Middle School's student population of 757 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
757 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Year Founded
2006
School Motto
Where SUCCESS is for All Students
School Rankings
Lamar Bruni Vergara Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lamar Bruni Vergara Middle School is 0.02, 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
#4982 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
99%
54%
Black
n/a
13%
White
1%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.8%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lamar Bruni Vergara Middle School's ranking?
Lamar Bruni Vergara Middle School is ranked #4982 out of 8,096 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?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Lamar Bruni Vergara Middle School?
757 students attend Lamar Bruni Vergara Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Lamar Bruni Vergara Middle School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lamar Bruni Vergara Middle School?
Lamar Bruni Vergara Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lamar Bruni Vergara Middle School offer ?
Lamar Bruni Vergara Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Lamar Bruni Vergara Middle School part of?
Lamar Bruni Vergara Middle School is part of United Independent School District.
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