Serving 505 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Desertaire Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 62% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 505 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Desertaire Elementary serves the northern part of El Paso, TX, covering an area of approximately 8.2 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 2.1 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Desertaire Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Desertaire Elementary School's student population of 505 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
505 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Desertaire Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Desertaire Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#2099 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
93%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.2%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Desertaire Elementary School's ranking?
Desertaire Elementary School is ranked #2099 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Desertaire Elementary School often compared to?
Desertaire Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Star Elementary School, Dolphin Terrace Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Desertaire Elementary School?
505 students attend Desertaire Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Desertaire Elementary School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Desertaire Elementary School?
Desertaire Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Desertaire Elementary School offer ?
Desertaire Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Desertaire Elementary School part of?
Desertaire Elementary School is part of Ysleta Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Desertaire Elementary School located?
Desertaire Elementary School is located in the Northeast El Paso neighborhood of El Paso, TX. There are 17 other public schools located in Northeast El Paso.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Desertaire is an amazing school. The teaching is very well formatted and taught at a comfortable pace.Music classes ( band and orchestra ) are available for grades 5th and 6th. Sports are taught during P. E. At the end of each year trophies are given out for a honor roll. a-b honor roll, perfect attendane, 1st place in Science Fair , ect. The school building is clean and well kept, as well as the portables surrounding the building. Voulunteers are welcome, parents may come in and schedule an appointment to talk with their child's teacher, open houses are also held throughout the year. I give Desertaire an A+.
5 10/10/2025
Desert Aire Elementary School helped me even when I moved in the middle of the year. I was caught up with subjects I was behind on, and the teachers are just great!!! (P.E., Subject teachers, Music teachers) I really wish I could have stayed longer but I enjoyed my time here. Good luck with present students or soon-to-be!!! (CRUSH THE STAAR)
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