Serving 884 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, James P Butler Elementary School ranks in the top 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 53% (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 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% 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: 884 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: James P. Butler Elementary serves the eastern part of El Paso, TX, covering an area of approximately 1.8 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the farthest edges of the attendance zone located up to 13.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
James P Butler Elementary School's student population of 884 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
884 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
James P Butler Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of James P Butler Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#2552 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
85%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
White
9%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.2%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-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 James P Butler Elementary School's ranking?
James P Butler Elementary School is ranked #2552 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% 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 James P Butler Elementary School?
884 students attend James P Butler Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of James P Butler Elementary School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of James P Butler Elementary School?
James P Butler Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does James P Butler Elementary School offer ?
James P Butler Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is James P Butler Elementary School part of?
James P Butler Elementary School is part of Socorro Independent School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
We are a military family and this is our second time in El Paso and at Butler Elementary. We love this school. They work hard but they also reward the students regularly for their hard work. The teachers that we have experienced have been great!
5 10/10/2025
Butler is a beautiful campus with happy teachers!
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