DR JAVIER SAENZ MIDDLE SCHOOL

DR JAVIER SAENZ MIDDLE is a Title I public middle school that is part of the LA JOYA ISD school district, located in PENITAS, TX with about 816 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 57 teachers, DR JAVIER SAENZ 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.

Dr. Javier Saenz Middle School is a public educational institution located in Peñitas, Texas, serving as part of the La Joya Independent School District. Situated in the Rio Grande Valley, the school functions as a core academic center for the local community, emphasizing foundational middle school curriculum, extracurricular development, and preparation for high school success. The campus is known for its commitment to serving a predominantly Hispanic student population, often tailoring its instructional approach to meet the specific cultural and linguistic needs of students in the border region.

Beyond its academic offerings, the school provides a variety of athletic programs, student organizations, and support services designed to foster personal growth and social-emotional well-being. As an essential hub for students transitioning from elementary to secondary education, Dr. Javier Saenz Middle School prioritizes creating a structured environment that encourages student engagement, attendance, and technological literacy. By partnering with parents and the broader Peñitas community, the school aims to bridge educational gaps and provide the necessary resources to ensure that students are college and career-ready upon graduation.

For more information, contact DR JAVIER SAENZ MIDDLE at (956) 323-2830 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

39200 MILE 7 RD
PENITAS, TX 78576
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DR JAVIER SAENZ MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public Title I school in PENITAS, TX with about 816 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Texas

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Middle School
Charter School:*
No
District:
LA JOYA ISD
Total Students:
816
Teachers:
57.46
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Provision 2
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade
9th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 816 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending DR JAVIER SAENZ MIDDLE SCHOOL is predominantly Hispanic/Latino, representing about 100% of the student body.

Hispanic/Latino
99.9%
White
0.1%

Female
47.1%
Male
52.9%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.