Serving 806 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Paso Del Norte Elementary 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 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 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 806 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- 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 Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Paso Del Norte Elementary School's student population of 806 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
806 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Paso Del Norte Elementary 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 Paso Del Norte Elementary School is 0.17, 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
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
91%
53%
Black
3%
13%
White
4%
26%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
4%
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 Elementary School's ranking?
Paso Del Norte Elementary School 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 Elementary School often compared to?
Paso Del Norte Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sierra Vista Elementary School, 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 Elementary School?
806 students attend Paso Del Norte Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Paso Del Norte Elementary School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Paso Del Norte Elementary School?
Paso Del Norte Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Paso Del Norte Elementary School offer ?
Paso Del Norte Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Paso Del Norte Elementary School part of?
Paso Del Norte Elementary School is part of Socorro ISD School District.
In what neighborhood is Paso Del Norte Elementary School located?
Paso Del Norte Elementary School is located in the Tierra Humida neighborhood of El Paso, TX.
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