Serving 755 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 39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is equal to 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 94% 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: 755 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Chester E. Jordan serves the northeast part of El Paso, TX, covering an area of approximately 3.1 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 2.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chester E Jordan's student population of 755 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
755 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
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School Rankings
Chester E Jordan 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 Chester E Jordan is 0.24, 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
#4149 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
44%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
51%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
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Asian
1%
6%
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Hispanic
87%
54%
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Black
4%
13%
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White
6%
24%
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Two or more races
2%
3%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
56%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
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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 #4149 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Chester E Jordan often compared to?
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What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Chester E Jordan?
755 students attend Chester E Jordan.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Chester E Jordan students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 4% 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 17:1, 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 Independent School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Great parent liaison, Ms Tammy, and AP who are very military friendly
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