JOAQUIN CIGARROA MIDDLE SCHOOL

JOAQUIN CIGARROA MIDDLE is a Title I public middle school that is part of the LAREDO ISD school district, located in LAREDO, TX with about 1,319 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th 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 84 teachers, JOAQUIN CIGARROA MIDDLE 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.

JOAQUIN CIGARROA MIDDLE School is a public school located in the South Laredo area, serving students as part of the Laredo Independent School District (LISD). Situated on Palo Blanco Street, the school is deeply integrated into the local community, emphasizing a supportive academic environment designed to bridge the transition between elementary and high school. The campus is known for its commitment to student growth, offering a range of educational programs, extracurricular activities, and athletic opportunities aimed at fostering both academic success and personal development.

Like many schools in the Laredo ISD, JOAQUIN CIGARROA MIDDLE School focuses on providing a bilingual and culturally responsive curriculum to meet the needs of its diverse student body. The school prides itself on its dedicated faculty and staff who work to ensure that students are prepared for the rigors of secondary education. With a mission to empower its students, the school provides a structured, community-focused learning environment that encourages participation in campus life and prepares students for the challenges and opportunities of high school and beyond.

For more information, contact JOAQUIN CIGARROA MIDDLE at (956) 273-6100 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.