Serving 460 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kohlberg Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (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 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 460 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kohlberg Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Kohlberg Elementary School's student population of 460 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
460 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Kohlberg Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kohlberg Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#2138 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
41%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
51%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%

Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%

Hispanic
87%
53%

Black
1%
13%

White
9%
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
62%
57%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kohlberg Elementary School's ranking?
Kohlberg Elementary School is ranked #2138 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Kohlberg Elementary School often compared to?
Kohlberg Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marguerite J Lundy Elementary School, Green Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% 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 Kohlberg Elementary School?
460 students attend Kohlberg Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Kohlberg Elementary School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kohlberg Elementary School?
Kohlberg Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kohlberg Elementary School offer ?
Kohlberg Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Kohlberg Elementary School part of?
Kohlberg Elementary School is part of El Paso Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Kohlberg Elementary School located?
Kohlberg Elementary School is located in the South Belvidere neighborhood of El Paso, TX.
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