Parkland High School is part of the Ysleta Independent School District in El Paso, Texas.
Serving 1,565 students in grades 9-12, Parkland High 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 36% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (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 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,565 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Parkland High School serves the northern part of El Paso, TX, covering an attendance area of approximately 22.6 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 2.6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 8.3 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Parkland High School's student population of 1,565 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 101 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,565 students
Total Classroom Teachers
101 teachers
Year Founded
1958
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
To be a Matador is glorious
School Rankings
Parkland High 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 Parkland High School 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#6320 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
89%
54%
Black
4%
13%
White
5%
24%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.3%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Parkland High School's ranking?
Parkland High School is ranked #6320 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?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Parkland High School?
The graduation rate of Parkland High School is 87%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Parkland High School?
1,565 students attend Parkland High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Parkland High School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Parkland High School?
Parkland High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Parkland High School offer ?
Parkland High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Parkland High School part of?
Parkland High School is part of Ysleta Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Parkland High School located?
Parkland High 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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