Enrique Camarena Jr. High

Camarena Jr. High sits in Calexico, a tight-knit border city in the Imperial Valley where community ties run deep and bilingual households are the norm rather than the exception. The school serves a predominantly Latino student population and reflects the bicultural character of a city that straddles the US-Mexico border, making it a natural fit for families who value that cultural identity and want their kids educated in a place that understands their background. Math is a relative strength here, and families looking for a supportive, culturally connected middle school experience in a close community — rather than a high-pressure academic environment — will likely feel at home.