Coronado High School in El Paso, Texas, United States is located on the west side of El Paso near the intersection of North Mesa Street and Resler Drive.
Serving 2,576 students in grades 9-12, Coronado High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,576 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Coronado High School serves the west part of El Paso, TX, covering an area of approximately 15.6 square miles. Families in the attendance zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 3.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Coronado High School's student population of 2,576 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 135 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,576 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
135 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1962
School Calendar
School Rankings
Coronado High 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 Coronado High School is 0.25, 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
#3016 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
86%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
10%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
94%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-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
49%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue, Gold
School Mascot
Thunderbird
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Coronado High School's ranking?
Coronado High School is ranked #3016 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Coronado High School often compared to?
Coronado High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Franklin High School, Canutillo High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Coronado High School?
The graduation rate of Coronado High School is 94%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Coronado High School?
2,576 students attend Coronado High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Coronado High School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Coronado High School?
Coronado High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Coronado High School offer ?
Coronado High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Coronado High School part of?
Coronado High School is part of El Paso Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Coronado High School located?
Coronado High School is located in the Northwest El Paso neighborhood of El Paso, TX. There are 15 other public schools located in Northwest El Paso.
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