Serving 415 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Capistrano 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 is 34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 415 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Capistrano Elementary serves the south part of El Paso, TX, covering an area of approximately 1.2 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 0.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 1.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Capistrano Elementary School's student population of 415 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
415 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Capistrano Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Capistrano Elementary School is 0.02, 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
#6114 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
99%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2013–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.4%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. 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 Capistrano Elementary School's ranking?
Capistrano Elementary School is ranked #6114 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Capistrano Elementary School often compared to?
Capistrano Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Loop Elementary School, Mission Valley Elementary School, Riverside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Capistrano Elementary School?
415 students attend Capistrano Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Capistrano Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Capistrano Elementary School?
Capistrano Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Capistrano Elementary School offer ?
Capistrano Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Capistrano Elementary School part of?
Capistrano Elementary School is part of Ysleta Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Capistrano Elementary School located?
Capistrano 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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