DR LORENZO G LAFARELLE MIDDLE SCHOOL

DR LORENZO G LAFARELLE MIDDLE is a Title I public middle school that is part of the EL PASO ISD school district, located in EL PASO, TX with about 24 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 8th Grade. 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 7 teachers, DR LORENZO G LAFARELLE MIDDLE has a student/teacher ratio of about 3:1. 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.

Dr. Lorenzo G. Lafarelle Middle School is a public school located in the Northeast area of El Paso, Texas, and serves as part of the El Paso Independent School District (EPISD). The school is named in honor of a prominent local figure and is committed to providing a comprehensive academic experience for students in the middle school grades. As part of the EPISD system, the campus emphasizes the district’s core values of equity, integrity, and student-centered learning, striving to prepare adolescents for the transition to high school through a structured curriculum and various extracurricular opportunities.

The campus, situated on Hercules Avenue, serves a diverse community and focuses on fostering both academic achievement and personal growth. Like many schools within the district, Lafarelle Middle offers programs that integrate technology into the classroom and encourages student participation in athletics, fine arts, and various academic clubs. By maintaining a focus on college and career readiness, the school aims to support its student body in developing the critical thinking and social skills necessary for future success in a rapidly evolving global environment.

For more information, contact DR LORENZO G LAFARELLE MIDDLE at (915) 751-7186 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.