ENRIQUE KIKI CAMARENA EL

ENRIQUE KIKI CAMARENA EL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the LA JOYA ISD school district, located in MISSION, TX with about 549 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 35 teachers, ENRIQUE KIKI CAMARENA EL has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

ENRIQUE KIKI CAMARENA ELementary, located in Mission, Texas, is a public school serving students within the Sharyland Independent School District. Named in honor of the late DEA agent Enrique "Kiki" Camarena, the school reflects the district’s commitment to academic excellence and character development. It serves a diverse student population and is well-regarded for its focus on providing a structured, supportive learning environment that prepares children for the transition to middle school and beyond.

Like other campuses in the Sharyland ISD, the school emphasizes high academic standards, strong community involvement, and the integration of technology in the classroom. The faculty and administration prioritize not only core curriculum proficiency in subjects like reading, mathematics, and science but also the cultivation of student responsibility and civic duty. Through various extracurricular activities and academic programs, the school strives to foster a well-rounded educational experience for its students in the Rio Grande Valley.

For more information, contact ENRIQUE KIKI CAMARENA EL at (956) 323-2720 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.