Serving 968 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Paso Del Norte Fine Arts Academy 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 33% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% 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: 968 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Paso Del Norte Fine Arts Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Paso Del Norte Fine Arts Academy's student population of 968 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 39% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
968 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Paso Del Norte Fine Arts Academy 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 Paso Del Norte Fine Arts Academy is 0.22, 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
#4745 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
88%
53%
Black
2%
13%
White
6%
25%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paso Del Norte Fine Arts Academy's ranking?
Paso Del Norte Fine Arts Academy is ranked #4745 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Paso Del Norte Fine Arts Academy often compared to?
Paso Del Norte Fine Arts Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Sierra Vista Steam Academy, John Drugan School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Paso Del Norte Fine Arts Academy?
968 students attend Paso Del Norte Fine Arts Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Paso Del Norte Fine Arts Academy students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Paso Del Norte Fine Arts Academy?
Paso Del Norte Fine Arts Academy has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Paso Del Norte Fine Arts Academy offer ?
Paso Del Norte Fine Arts Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Paso Del Norte Fine Arts Academy part of?
Paso Del Norte Fine Arts Academy is part of Socorro Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Paso Del Norte Fine Arts Academy located?
Paso Del Norte Fine Arts Academy is located in the Tierra Humida neighborhood of El Paso, TX.
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