ZAPATA MIDDLE SCHOOL

ZAPATA MIDDLE is a Title I public middle school that is part of the ZAPATA COUNTY ISD school district, located in ZAPATA, TX with about 772 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 49 teachers, ZAPATA 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.

ZAPATA MIDDLE School, located at 702 E 17th Ave in Zapata, Texas, serves as a primary educational hub for students in the Zapata County Independent School District. As a central fixture in the community, the school focuses on providing a comprehensive middle school curriculum designed to bridge the transition between elementary education and high school readiness. It aims to foster an environment that supports academic growth, social development, and extracurricular engagement for its diverse student body.

Situated in the heart of Zapata, the school is deeply integrated into the local culture of this South Texas border community. In addition to its standard academic programs, ZAPATA MIDDLE School emphasizes student participation in various sports, clubs, and organizational activities, which help to cultivate school spirit and community involvement. By balancing rigorous coursework with personal development opportunities, the school strives to prepare its students to succeed within the district’s educational framework and beyond.

For more information, contact ZAPATA MIDDLE at (956) 765-6542 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.