Serving 465 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sageland Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 44% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower 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 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 465 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sageland Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Student Attention
School Overview
Sageland Elementary School's student population of 465 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
465 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sageland Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sageland Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#3588 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
96%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
3%
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
79%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sageland Elementary School's ranking?
Sageland Elementary School is ranked #3588 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Sageland Elementary School?
465 students attend Sageland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Sageland Elementary School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sageland Elementary School?
Sageland Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sageland Elementary School offer ?
Sageland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Sageland Elementary School part of?
Sageland Elementary School is part of Ysleta Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Sageland Elementary School located?
Sageland Elementary School 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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