Serving 639 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Edgemere International School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (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 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 639 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Edgemere Elementary serves the southern part of El Paso, TX, covering an area of approximately 0.8 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with the furthest distance to the zone's edge being about 0.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Edgemere International School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Edgemere International School's student population of 639 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
639 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Edgemere International School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edgemere International School is 0.08, 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
#1406 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
96%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
13%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.8%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
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 Edgemere International School's ranking?
Edgemere International School is ranked #1406 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Edgemere International School?
639 students attend Edgemere International School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Edgemere International School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Edgemere International School?
Edgemere International School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Edgemere International School offer ?
Edgemere International School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Edgemere International School part of?
Edgemere International School is part of Ysleta Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Edgemere International School located?
Edgemere International School is located in the East El Paso neighborhood of El Paso, TX. There are 36 other public schools located in East El Paso.
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