Serving 206 students in grades 9-12, El Paso Academy 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 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 34:1 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)
- School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 206 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 34:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 65-69% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
El Paso Academy's student population of 206 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
206 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2000
School Calendar
School Motto
To provide students an alternative educational option, varied methods of instruction, and flexible school hours which allow students to work at their own pace, and develop strong academic skills.
School Rankings
El Paso Academy 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 El Paso Academy is 0.04, 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
#5926 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
34:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
98%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
13%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
65-69%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-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 El Paso Academy's ranking?
El Paso Academy is ranked #5926 out of 8,096 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?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of El Paso Academy?
The graduation rate of El Paso Academy is 65-69%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend El Paso Academy?
206 students attend El Paso Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of El Paso Academy students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of El Paso Academy?
El Paso Academy has a student ration of 34:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does El Paso Academy offer ?
El Paso Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is El Paso Academy part of?
El Paso Academy is part of El Paso Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is El Paso Academy located?
El Paso Academy 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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