Serving 717 students in grades 6-8, Lamar Bruni Vergara Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 717 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lamar Bruni Vergara Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Lamar Bruni Vergara Middle School's student population of 717 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
717 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Year Founded
2006
School Rankings
Lamar Bruni Vergara Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lamar Bruni Vergara Middle School is 0.00, 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
#5257 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
100%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
n/a
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
7%
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 Lamar Bruni Vergara Middle School's ranking?
Lamar Bruni Vergara Middle School is ranked #5257 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Lamar Bruni Vergara Middle School?
717 students attend Lamar Bruni Vergara Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Lamar Bruni Vergara Middle School students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lamar Bruni Vergara Middle School?
Lamar Bruni Vergara Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lamar Bruni Vergara Middle School offer ?
Lamar Bruni Vergara Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Lamar Bruni Vergara Middle School part of?
Lamar Bruni Vergara Middle School is part of United Independent School District.
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