LORENZO DE ZAVALA MIDDLE SCHOOL

LORENZO DE ZAVALA MIDDLE is a Title I public middle school that is part of the LA JOYA ISD school district, located in LA JOYA, TX with about 702 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 9th 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 50 teachers, LORENZO DE ZAVALA MIDDLE has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

LORENZO DE ZAVALA MIDDLE School is a public school located in La Joya, Texas, and is part of the La Joya Independent School District. Serving students in grades 6 through 8, the school is named in honor of Lorenzo de Zavala, a prominent 19th-century politician and the first Vice President of the Republic of Texas. The campus is committed to providing a comprehensive academic experience that prepares students for the transition to high school, focusing on core curriculum subjects alongside various extracurricular opportunities.

The school operates within the La Joya community, reflecting the district’s emphasis on bilingual education and support for a predominantly Hispanic student population. Like many schools in the region, LORENZO DE ZAVALA MIDDLE School strives to foster a supportive learning environment that encourages both academic achievement and personal growth. By offering a range of programs and utilizing the resources of the La Joya ISD, the school works to ensure its students develop the essential skills and character necessary for their future educational and professional endeavors.

For more information, contact LORENZO DE ZAVALA MIDDLE at (956) 323-2770 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.