Serving 1,798 students in grades 9-12, Del Valle High School ranks in the bottom 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 50% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). 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 17:1 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 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,798 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Del Valle High School serves the southern part of El Paso, TX, covering an area of approximately 8.2 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of about 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located around 3 miles away.
- 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
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Del Valle High School's student population of 1,798 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 108 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,798 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
108 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Year Founded
1987
School Calendar
School Rankings
Del Valle High 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 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
#4360 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
99%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
1%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
94%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.4%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Navy Blue, Silver
School Mascot
Conquistador
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Del Valle High School's ranking?
Del Valle High School is ranked #4360 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 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?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% 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 94%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Del Valle High School?
1,798 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 17:1, 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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