Serving 299 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Alta Vista 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 was 25-29% (which was lower than the Texas state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 30-34% (which was lower than the Texas state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 was equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
299 students
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1987–2025 (no data for 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024)
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)25-29%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)30-34%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Hispanic
98%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1988–2025 (no data for 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024)
Black
2%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1992–2025 (no data for 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024)
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
1%
6%
Showing 2009–2018. Show full history, 1999–2018
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% TX state average).
How many students attend Alta Vista Elementary School?
299 students attend Alta Vista Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Alta Vista Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alta Vista Elementary School?
Alta Vista Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Alta Vista Elementary School offer ?
Alta Vista Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Alta Vista Elementary School part of?
Alta Vista Elementary School is part of El Paso Independent School District.
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