JUAN DE DIOS SALINAS MIDDLE SCHOOL

JUAN DE DIOS SALINAS MIDDLE is a Title I public middle school that is part of the LA JOYA ISD school district, located in MISSION, TX with about 832 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 61 teachers, JUAN DE DIOS SALINAS MIDDLE has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

JUAN DE DIOS SALINAS MIDDLE School is a public middle school located in Mission, Texas, serving students within the La Joya Independent School District. Situated on North Bentsen Palm Drive, the school functions as a core academic institution for the local community, emphasizing foundational education for students in grades 6 through 8. As part of a district known for its significant focus on bilingual education and serving a predominantly Hispanic population, the school provides a structured environment aimed at preparing students for the transition to high school through both core curricular requirements and various extracurricular opportunities.

The school is characterized by its commitment to the academic and personal growth of its student body, often utilizing the district’s specialized programs to support diverse learning needs. Beyond classroom instruction, JUAN DE DIOS SALINAS MIDDLE typically fosters a school culture that prioritizes student engagement through athletics, fine arts, and academic organizations. By maintaining a focus on college and career readiness, the campus aims to instill strong educational values in its students while navigating the specific challenges and opportunities present in the Rio Grande Valley educational landscape.

For more information, contact JUAN DE DIOS SALINAS MIDDLE at (956) 323-2850 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

6101 N BENTSEN PALM DR
MISSION, TX 78574
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JUAN DE DIOS SALINAS MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public Title I school in MISSION, TX with about 832 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:
832
Teachers:
61.44
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 832 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending JUAN DE DIOS SALINAS MIDDLE SCHOOL is predominantly Hispanic/Latino, representing about 100% of the student body.

Hispanic/Latino
99.8%
White
0.2%

Female
49.8%
Male
50.2%

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.