Serving 672 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Tippin Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% 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: 672 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tippin Elementary School 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
Tippin Elementary School's student population of 672 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
672 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Tippin Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tippin Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#444 out of 8188 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
5%
Hispanic
67%
53%
Black
2%
13%
White
19%
26%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tippin Elementary School's ranking?
Tippin Elementary School is ranked #444 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Tippin Elementary School often compared to?
Tippin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marguerite J Lundy Elementary School, Polk Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Tippin Elementary School?
672 students attend Tippin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Tippin Elementary School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tippin Elementary School?
Tippin Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Tippin Elementary School offer ?
Tippin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Tippin Elementary School part of?
Tippin Elementary School is part of El Paso Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Tippin Elementary School located?
Tippin Elementary School is located in the Northwest El Paso neighborhood of El Paso, TX. There are 15 other public schools located in Northwest El Paso.
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