Keys Academy serves 56 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 4:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 56 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in TX)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Keys Academy's student population of 56 students has grown by 86% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
56 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Keys Academy is 0.21, 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
4:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
89%
54%
Black
5%
13%
White
2%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(20-21) âš COVID-19 impacted16.1%
16.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
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?
56 students attend Keys Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Keys Academy students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Keys Academy?
Keys Academy has a student ration of 4:1, 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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