Serving 604 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Mission Valley 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 54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 604 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mission Valley Elementary serves the southern part of El Paso, TX, covering an area of approximately 2 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with most residents living about 1 mile from the school's edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mission Valley Elementary School's student population of 604 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
604 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Mission Valley: Where Empowered Learners Conquer Their Goals
School Rankings
Mission Valley 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 Mission Valley Elementary School is 0.02, 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
#3475 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
99%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.4%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. 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 Mission Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Mission Valley Elementary School is ranked #3475 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Mission Valley Elementary School often compared to?
Mission Valley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pebble Hills Elementary School, Harmony Science Academy (El Paso), Capistrano Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Mission Valley Elementary School?
604 students attend Mission Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Mission Valley Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mission Valley Elementary School?
Mission Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mission Valley Elementary School offer ?
Mission Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Mission Valley Elementary School part of?
Mission Valley Elementary School is part of Ysleta Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Mission Valley Elementary School located?
Mission Valley Elementary School is located in the Mission Valley neighborhood of El Paso, TX. There are 40 other public schools located in Mission Valley.
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