Serving 876 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Chester E Jordan 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% 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: 876 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chester E Jordan's student population of 876 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
876 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Chester E Jordan ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chester E Jordan is 0.27, 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
#6874 out of 8079 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
85%
53%
Black
5%
13%
White
7%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chester E Jordan's ranking?
Chester E Jordan is ranked #6874 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Chester E Jordan often compared to?
Chester E Jordanis often viewed alongside schools like Sgt Roberto Ituarte by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Chester E Jordan?
876 students attend Chester E Jordan.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Chester E Jordan students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chester E Jordan?
Chester E Jordan has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Chester E Jordan offer ?
Chester E Jordan offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Chester E Jordan part of?
Chester E Jordan is part of Socorro ISD School District.
School Reviews
5 12/11/2012
Great parent liaison, Ms Tammy, and AP who are very military friendly
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