Very Good
#2546 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 30% in state
Juan De Dios Salinas Middle
Middle School · LA JOYA ISD
6101 N BENTSEN PALM DR, Mission, TX 78574
Enrollment
665
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
7.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
665
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
7.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#2,546 of 8,552
In Mission
#23 of 65
public schools
In district
#20 of 36
LA JOYA ISD
Equity
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Juan De Dios Salinas Middle
Juan De Dios Salinas Middle is a public middle school in Mission, TX, part of LA JOYA ISD. Juan De Dios Salinas Middle serves approximately 665 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Juan De Dios Salinas Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,546 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Juan De Dios Salinas Middle show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- District avg 7.6
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
30% of students at Juan De Dios Salinas Middle were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Juan De Dios Salinas Middle — Students at Juan De Dios Salinas Middle score 46% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.5/10.
How Juan De Dios Salinas Middle Compares
See how Juan De Dios Salinas Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
6101 N BENTSEN PALM DR, Mission, TX 78574
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Juan De Dios Salinas Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. IDEA PALMVIEW COLLEGE PREPARATORY (rated 8.6/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is DOMINGO TREVINO MIDDLE (rated 7.7/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Alton), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ALTON MEMORIAL J H (rated 5.4/10, 1.9 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Mission, see our Mission schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DIAZ-VILLARREAL EL Mission | 0.8 mi | 7.5 |
| DR AMERICO PAREDES EL Mission | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| ELODIA R CHAPA EL Mission | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| DOMINGO TREVINO MIDDLE Alton | 1.4 mi | 7.7 |
| NARCISO CAVAZOS Mission | 1.6 mi | 6.2 |
| PATRICIO PEREZ EL Mission | 1.8 mi | 5.9 |
| DR MARIA PALMIRA MENDIOLA EL Mission | 1.8 mi | 6.1 |
| MISSION COLLEGIATE H S Alton | 1.8 mi | 8.9 |
| LLOYD M BENTSEN EL Mission | 2.1 mi | 8.2 |
| ALTON MEMORIAL J H Mission | 1.9 mi | 5.4 |
| RAQUEL CAVAZOS EL Mission | 2.0 mi | 5.0 |
| LA JOYA PALMVIEW H S Mission | 2.3 mi | 5.5 |
| IDEA PALMVIEW COLLEGE PREPARATORY Mission | 2.2 mi | 8.6 |
| IDEA PALMVIEW ACADEMY Mission | 2.2 mi | 6.6 |
| CANTU EL Mission | 2.3 mi | 6.4 |
| HENRY B GONZALEZ EL Mission | 2.5 mi | 7.3 |
| CARL C WAITZ EL Mission | 2.5 mi | 4.8 |
| EVANGELINA GARZA EL Mission | 3.1 mi | 6.0 |
| EMILIANO ZAPATA EL Mission | 3.1 mi | 6.4 |
| JUAN SEGUIN EL Mission | 3.2 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78574 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,536
Median Home Value
$119,000
Median Rent
$807/mo
Population
62,852
College Educated
16.1%
Homeownership
80.1%
Avg Commute
22.5 min
Poverty Rate
29.4%
Median Age
28.9
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| B MCDANIEL INT Denison, TX | 7.4 |
| BOERNE MIDDLE SOUTH Boerne, TX | 7.4 |
| BONHAM MIDDLE Temple, TX | 7.4 |
| BRUCE J H Gilmer, TX | 7.4 |
| CUERO J H Cuero, TX | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Juan De Dios Salinas Middle
What grades does Juan De Dios Salinas Middle serve?
Juan De Dios Salinas Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Juan De Dios Salinas Middle?
Juan De Dios Salinas Middle has an enrollment of approximately 665 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Juan De Dios Salinas Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Juan De Dios Salinas Middle is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Juan De Dios Salinas Middle rank in TX?
Juan De Dios Salinas Middle ranks #2,546 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Juan De Dios Salinas Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Juan De Dios Salinas Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Juan De Dios Salinas Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Juan De Dios Salinas Middle has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Juan De Dios Salinas Middle a charter school?
No, Juan De Dios Salinas Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Juan De Dios Salinas Middle a Title I school?
No, Juan De Dios Salinas Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Juan De Dios Salinas Middle?
99.7% of students at Juan De Dios Salinas Middle qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 665
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 47
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hidalgo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.4%
- Phone
- (956) 323-2850
Resources & Links
District
LA JOYA ISD- District Enrollment
- 23,998
- Schools in District
- 37
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,592
- District Rank
- #20 of 36
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