Serving 510 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Nixon Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 510 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Nixon Elementary serves the northern part of El Paso, TX, covering an area of approximately 5.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the farthest reaches of the attendance zone located about 4.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nixon Elementary School's student population of 510 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
510 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Nixon Elementary School 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 Nixon Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#5156 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
71%
54%
Black
9%
13%
White
13%
24%
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nixon Elementary School's ranking?
Nixon Elementary School is ranked #5156 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?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Nixon Elementary School?
510 students attend Nixon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Nixon Elementary School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nixon Elementary School?
Nixon Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Nixon Elementary School offer ?
Nixon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Nixon Elementary School part of?
Nixon Elementary School is part of El Paso Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Nixon Elementary School located?
Nixon Elementary School is located in the Northeast El Paso neighborhood of El Paso, TX. There are 17 other public schools located in Northeast El Paso.
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