Serving 649 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Polk Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 49% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% 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: 649 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Polk Elementary serves the western part of El Paso, TX, encompassing an area of approximately 1.1 square miles. Families typically reside within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 1 mile from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Polk Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Polk Elementary School's student population of 649 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
649 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
Polk Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Polk Elementary School is 0.31, 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
#1723 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
82%
54%
Black
1%
13%
White
12%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.8%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Polk Elementary School's ranking?
Polk Elementary School is ranked #1723 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Polk Elementary School often compared to?
Polk Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tippin Elementary School, Marguerite J Lundy Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Polk Elementary School?
649 students attend Polk Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Polk Elementary School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Polk Elementary School?
Polk Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Polk Elementary School offer ?
Polk Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Polk Elementary School part of?
Polk Elementary School is part of El Paso Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Polk Elementary School located?
Polk Elementary School is located in the Polk neighborhood of El Paso, TX.
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