Serving 470 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Benito Martinez 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 equal to the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 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 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 470 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Benito Martinez Elementary serves the west part of El Paso, TX, covering an area of approximately 1.3 square miles. Most students are within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.2 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Benito Martinez Elementary School's student population of 470 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
470 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Benito Martinez Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benito Martinez Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#2921 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
93%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.6%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benito Martinez Elementary School's ranking?
Benito Martinez Elementary School is ranked #2921 out of 8,096 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 44% TX state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Benito Martinez Elementary School?
470 students attend Benito Martinez Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Benito Martinez Elementary School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Benito Martinez Elementary School?
Benito Martinez Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Benito Martinez Elementary School offer ?
Benito Martinez Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Benito Martinez Elementary School part of?
Benito Martinez Elementary School is part of Socorro Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Benito Martinez Elementary School located?
Benito Martinez Elementary School is located in the East El Paso neighborhood of El Paso, TX. There are 36 other public schools located in East El Paso.
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