Serving 47 students in grades 7-11, Delta Academy ranks in the bottom 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 <50% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 7-11
- Enrollment: 47 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Graduation Rate: <50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Delta Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Delta Academy's student population of 47 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 35% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-11
Total Students
47 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
Delta Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Delta Academy is 0.11, 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
#5303 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
94%
53%
Black
6%
13%
White
n/a
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(18-19)<50%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Delta Academy's ranking?
Delta Academy is ranked #5303 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Delta Academy?
The graduation rate of Delta Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Delta Academy?
47 students attend Delta Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Delta Academy students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Delta Academy?
Delta Academy has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Delta Academy offer ?
Delta Academy offers enrollment in grades 7-11
What school district is Delta Academy part of?
Delta Academy is part of El Paso Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Delta Academy located?
Delta Academy 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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