Serving 862 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Paso Del Norte Fine Arts Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is equal to the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% 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: 862 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Paso Del Norte School serves the west part of El Paso, TX, encompassing an area of approximately 0.9 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 0.9 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Paso Del Norte Fine Arts Academy's student population of 862 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
862 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Paso Del Norte Fine Arts Academy 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 Paso Del Norte Fine Arts 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#3917 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
85%
54%
Black
4%
13%
White
7%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.2%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
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 Paso Del Norte Fine Arts Academy's ranking?
Paso Del Norte Fine Arts Academy is ranked #3917 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Paso Del Norte Fine Arts Academy often compared to?
Paso Del Norte Fine Arts Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Sierra Vista Steam Academy, John Drugan School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Paso Del Norte Fine Arts Academy?
862 students attend Paso Del Norte Fine Arts Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Paso Del Norte Fine Arts Academy students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Paso Del Norte Fine Arts Academy?
Paso Del Norte Fine Arts Academy has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Paso Del Norte Fine Arts Academy offer ?
Paso Del Norte Fine Arts Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Paso Del Norte Fine Arts Academy part of?
Paso Del Norte Fine Arts Academy is part of Socorro Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Paso Del Norte Fine Arts Academy located?
Paso Del Norte Fine Arts Academy is located in the Tierra Humida neighborhood of El Paso, TX.
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