Del Valle High is a public high school located on the southeast side of El Paso, Texas. DV, as it is commonly called, is part of the Ysleta Independent School District, serving 2,000 students in grades 9 to 12. At the start of the 2022 academic year, Ivan Cedillo was appointed principal of Del Valle High School.
Serving 1,836 students in grades 9-12, Del Valle High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,836 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Del Valle High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Del Valle High School's student population of 1,836 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 116 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,836 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
116 teachers
Year Founded
1987
Colors
White, Navy Blue, Silver
School Rankings
Del Valle High School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Del Valle High 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
#3651 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
99%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
1%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Conquistador
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Del Valle High School's ranking?
Del Valle High School is ranked #3651 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Del Valle High School often compared to?
Del Valle High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Franklin High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Del Valle High School?
The graduation rate of Del Valle High School is 92%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Del Valle High School?
1,836 students attend Del Valle High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Del Valle High School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Del Valle High School?
Del Valle High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Del Valle High School offer ?
Del Valle High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Del Valle High School part of?
Del Valle High School is part of Ysleta Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Del Valle High School located?
Del Valle High 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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