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La Villa Middle

Middle School · LA VILLA ISD

P O BOX 9, La Villa, TX 78562

Enrollment

108

Student-Teacher

7.7:1

Score

5.6

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#5,520 of 8,552

In La Villa

#1 of 3

public schools

In district

#1 of 3

LA VILLA ISD

Equity

7.5 / 10

Very Good

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La Villa Middle

5.6/10

Middle School in La Villa · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About La Villa Middle

La Villa Middle is a public middle school in La Villa, TX, part of LA VILLA ISD. La Villa Middle serves approximately 108 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 7.7:1 student-teacher ratio. La Villa Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #5,520 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for La Villa Middle show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.7 pts below TX schools
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • TX avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 108 students, La Villa Middle is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 7.7:1 students to teachers, La Villa Middle sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

55% of students at La Villa 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.4Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.21 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.9Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency37% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency48% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-6.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-6.3 pts
Overall Proficiency43% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)35% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+7.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile54th
Resources & Environment5.8Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio7.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,659
Chronic Absenteeism54.6%

La Villa Middle — Students at La Villa Middle score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

92.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 41.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 52.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
67%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
67%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
67%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2018
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%
2022
Math
14.4%
ELA
35.2%
2024
Math
37%
ELA
48%

* 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: 4.4/10.

How La Villa Middle Compares

See how La Villa Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.6/10
36th percentile in TX
Academic
6.9/10
Average
Growth
4.4/10
Below Average
Environment
5.8/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
93%
Teaching Staff
8:1 student-teacher ratio
14 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
54.6%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

P O BOX 9, La Villa, TX 78562

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering La Villa Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. DAVID YBARRA FINE ARTS ACADEMY (rated 6.7/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Edcouch), which scores notably higher. Another option is JOSE BORREGO MIDDLE (rated 6.6/10, 6.3 miles away, in nearby Monte Alto), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, JO NELSON MIDDLE (rated 6.0/10, 6.9 miles away, in nearby Santa Rosa), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in La Villa, see our La Villa schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.9 mi
School Distance Rating
JOSE BERNABE MUNOZ EL La Villa 0.1 mi 4.9
LA VILLA EARLY COLLEGE H S La Villa 0.4 mi 4.2
SANTIAGO GARCIA EL Edcouch 2.1 mi 3.7
DAVID YBARRA FINE ARTS ACADEMY Edcouch 2.6 mi 6.7
JORGE R GUTIERREZ EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Edcouch 3.0 mi 2.6
RUBEN C RODRIGUEZ EL Edcouch 3.1 mi 3.7
EDCOUCH-ELSA H S Edcouch 3.3 mi 4.4
EDCOUCH-ELSA H S ACADEMY Edcouch 3.3 mi 4.4
CARLOS TRUAN J H Edcouch 3.6 mi 4.5
L B J EL Edcouch 3.9 mi 5.2
IDEA ELSA COLLEGE PREPARATORY Elsa 3.9 mi 5.5
IDEA ELSA ACADEMY Elsa 3.9 mi 7.8
KENNEDY EL Edcouch 4.6 mi 2.9
ROBERTO GARATE EL Monte Alto 6.3 mi 5.2
JOSE BORREGO MIDDLE Monte Alto 6.3 mi 6.6
MONTE ALTO H S Monte Alto 6.3 mi 5.1
ELMA E BARRERA EL Santa Rosa 6.6 mi 7.2
PFC MARIO YBARRA EL Weslaco 7.4 mi 6.5
SANTA ROSA H S Santa Rosa 6.9 mi 5.6
JO NELSON MIDDLE Santa Rosa 6.9 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 78562 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$51,583

Median Home Value

$117,800

Population

3,146

College Educated

6.5%

Homeownership

78.6%

Poverty Rate

22.1%

Median Age

32.1

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OLTON J H Olton, TX 5.7
VALLEY MILLS J H Valley Mills, TX 5.7
IDEA AMBROSE AND FREDA ROBINSON COLLEGE PREPARATOR Weslaco, TX 5.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about La Villa Middle

What grades does La Villa Middle serve?

La Villa Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend La Villa Middle?

La Villa Middle has an enrollment of approximately 108 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at La Villa Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at La Villa Middle is 7.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does La Villa Middle rank in TX?

La Villa Middle ranks #5,520 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is La Villa Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

La Villa Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 La Villa Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, La Villa Middle has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is La Villa Middle a charter school?

No, La Villa Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is La Villa Middle a Title I school?

No, La Villa Middle is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for La Villa Middle?

92.6% of students at La Villa 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
25 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
108
Student-Teacher Ratio
7.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
14
Free/Reduced Lunch
92.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Hidalgo County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
54.6%

District

LA VILLA ISD
District Enrollment
538
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,659
District Rank
#1 of 3

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