Serving 406 students in grades 5-8, Lorenzo De Zavala Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 406 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lorenzo De Zavala Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lorenzo De Zavala Middle School's student population of 406 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
406 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Lorenzo De Zavala Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lorenzo De Zavala Middle School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#681 out of 8096 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
6%
Hispanic
32%
53%
Black
6%
13%
White
53%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lorenzo De Zavala Middle School's ranking?
Lorenzo De Zavala Middle School is ranked #681 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Lorenzo De Zavala Middle School?
406 students attend Lorenzo De Zavala Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Lorenzo De Zavala Middle School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lorenzo De Zavala Middle School?
Lorenzo De Zavala Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lorenzo De Zavala Middle School offer ?
Lorenzo De Zavala Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Lorenzo De Zavala Middle School part of?
Lorenzo De Zavala Middle School is part of Amarillo Independent School District.
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