Keys Academy serves 78 students in grades 6-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 71%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than 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 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 78 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in TX)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Keys Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Keys Academy's student population of 78 students has grown by 160% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
78 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Keys Academy 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.
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)<50%
71%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
85%
53%
Black
9%
13%
White
4%
25%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Keys Academy?
78 students attend Keys Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Keys Academy students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Keys Academy?
Keys Academy has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Keys Academy offer ?
Keys Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Keys Academy part of?
Keys Academy is part of Socorro Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Keys Academy located?
Keys Academy is located in the Southview neighborhood of El Paso, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in Southview.
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