Very Good
#2763 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 32% in state
R Yzaguirre Middle
Middle School · PHARR-SAN JUAN-ALAMO ISD
605 E FM 495, San Juan, TX 78589
Enrollment
782
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
7.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
782
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
7.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#2,763 of 8,552
In San Juan
#3 of 13
public schools
In district
#20 of 42
PHARR-SAN JUAN-ALAMO ISD
School environment
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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R Yzaguirre Middle
Middle School in San Juan · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About R Yzaguirre Middle
R Yzaguirre Middle is a public middle school in San Juan, TX, part of PHARR-SAN JUAN-ALAMO ISD. R Yzaguirre Middle serves approximately 782 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. R Yzaguirre Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,763 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for R Yzaguirre Middle show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 8.1
- TX avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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R Yzaguirre Middle — Students at R Yzaguirre Middle score 40% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95%
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: 7.1/10.
How R Yzaguirre Middle Compares
See how R Yzaguirre 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
605 E FM 495, San Juan, TX 78589
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering R Yzaguirre Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. AUSTIN MIDDLE (rated 8.5/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is AUDIE MURPHY MIDDLE (rated 8.3/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Alamo), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JESUS - JESSE - VELA JR MIDDLE (rated 8.0/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Alamo), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in San Juan, see our San Juan schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| AMANDA GARZA-PENA EL San Juan | 0.2 mi | 7.0 |
| IDEA COLLEGE PREPARATORY SAN JUAN San Juan | 0.5 mi | 5.8 |
| JOHN DOEDYNS EL San Juan | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
| SGT LEONEL TREVINO EL San Juan | 0.9 mi | 7.3 |
| DRS REED - MOCK EL San Juan | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| ARNOLDO CANTU SR EL San Juan | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
| VIDA N CLOVER EL San Juan | 1.2 mi | 5.1 |
| IDEA ACADEMY SAN JUAN San Juan | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
| PREMIER H S OF SAN JUAN Lewisville | 1.5 mi | 4.0 |
| SANTOS LIVAS EL Alamo | 1.4 mi | 5.2 |
| VALLEY CHRISTIAN HERITAGE SCHOOL Alamo | 1.4 mi | 5.6 |
| JESUS - JESSE - VELA JR MIDDLE Alamo | 1.7 mi | 8.0 |
| AUSTIN MIDDLE San Juan | 1.7 mi | 8.5 |
| AUGUSTO GUERRA EL Alamo | 1.7 mi | 7.3 |
| PSJA SOTOMAYOR BUILDING BLOCKS ACADEMY Pharr | 1.7 mi | 5.3 |
| ALFRED SORENSEN EL San Juan | 1.8 mi | 7.0 |
| AUDIE MURPHY MIDDLE Alamo | 1.7 mi | 8.3 |
| ZEFERINO FARIAS EL Alamo | 1.8 mi | 5.6 |
| HENRY FORD EL Pharr | 1.8 mi | 5.2 |
| LYNDON B JOHNSON MIDDLE Pharr | 2.1 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78589 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,662
Median Home Value
$112,400
Median Rent
$926/mo
Population
39,958
College Educated
13.5%
Homeownership
79.8%
Avg Commute
24.7 min
Poverty Rate
26.1%
Median Age
29.9
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|---|---|
| ARLINGTON CLASSICS ACADEMY - MIDDLE Arlington, TX | 7.3 |
| ASA E LOW JR INT Mansfield, TX | 7.3 |
| BEL AIR MIDDLE El Paso, TX | 7.3 |
| BELTON MIDDLE Belton, TX | 7.3 |
| BOBBY SUMMERS MIDDLE Royse City, TX | 7.3 |
| BOERNE MIDDLE NORTH Boerne, TX | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about R Yzaguirre Middle
What grades does R Yzaguirre Middle serve?
R Yzaguirre Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend R Yzaguirre Middle?
R Yzaguirre Middle has an enrollment of approximately 782 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at R Yzaguirre Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at R Yzaguirre Middle is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does R Yzaguirre Middle rank in TX?
R Yzaguirre Middle ranks #2,763 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is R Yzaguirre Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
R Yzaguirre Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 R Yzaguirre Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, R Yzaguirre Middle has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is R Yzaguirre Middle a charter school?
No, R Yzaguirre Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is R Yzaguirre Middle a Title I school?
No, R Yzaguirre Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for R Yzaguirre Middle?
95.0% of students at R Yzaguirre 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
- 782
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 60
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hidalgo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.6%
- Phone
- (956) 354-2630
Resources & Links
District
PHARR-SAN JUAN-ALAMO ISD- District Enrollment
- 30,008
- Schools in District
- 44
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,411
- District Rank
- #20 of 42
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