Serving 829 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Alicia R Chacon International ranks in the top 20% 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 68% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 829 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alicia R Chacon International 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
Alicia R Chacon International's student population of 829 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
829 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Alicia R Chacon International ranks within the top 20% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alicia R Chacon International is 0.02, 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
#950 out of 8188 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
99%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
1%
26%
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
50%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alicia R Chacon International's ranking?
Alicia R Chacon International is ranked #950 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Alicia R Chacon International often compared to?
Alicia R Chacon Internationalis often viewed alongside schools like Davinci School For Science And The Arts, Harmony School Of Innovation - El Paso by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Alicia R Chacon International?
829 students attend Alicia R Chacon International.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Alicia R Chacon International students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alicia R Chacon International?
Alicia R Chacon International has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Alicia R Chacon International offer ?
Alicia R Chacon International offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Alicia R Chacon International part of?
Alicia R Chacon International is part of Ysleta Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Alicia R Chacon International located?
Alicia R Chacon International is located in the Mission Valley neighborhood of El Paso, TX. There are 40 other public schools located in Mission Valley.
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