Overview

Dr Javier Saenz Middle School is a public school in Penitas, TX, offering a Gifted & Talented program and Project Lead The Way curriculum. It is one of 11 middle schools in La Joya Independent School District.
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School Rating

Dr Javier Saenz Middle School is performing average compared to public and charter schools in Texas with the same grade levels.
5/10
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ACADEMICS

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STUDENT LIFE

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About the School


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Neighborhood

39200 Mile 7 Road
Penitas, TX 78576
School leader: Ms Marena Contreras
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