Serving 749 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Scotsdale Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (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 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 749 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Scotsdale Elementary serves the southern part of El Paso, TX, covering an area of approximately 1.4 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 0.8 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Scotsdale Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Scotsdale Elementary School's student population of 749 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
749 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Year Founded
1958
School Calendar
School Rankings
Scotsdale Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Scotsdale Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#1564 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
95%
54%
Black
n/a
13%
White
4%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.2%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cadets
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Scotsdale Elementary School's ranking?
Scotsdale Elementary School is ranked #1564 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Scotsdale Elementary School often compared to?
Scotsdale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cielo Vista Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Scotsdale Elementary School?
749 students attend Scotsdale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Scotsdale Elementary School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Scotsdale Elementary School?
Scotsdale Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Scotsdale Elementary School offer ?
Scotsdale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Scotsdale Elementary School part of?
Scotsdale Elementary School is part of Ysleta Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Scotsdale Elementary School located?
Scotsdale Elementary School is located in the East El Paso neighborhood of El Paso, TX. There are 36 other public schools located in East El Paso.
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