Socorro High School is a four-year public high school located in Socorro, Texas, United States. It is part of the Socorro Independent School District. The School was established in 1965, and serves grades 9-12.
Serving 2,579 students in grades 9-12, Socorro 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 29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,579 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Socorro High School serves the southern part of El Paso, TX, covering an attendance area of approximately 21.6 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 2.8 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and the furthest edge being 4.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Socorro High School's student population of 2,579 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 153 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,579 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
153 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1965
School Calendar
School Motto
Seize Your Opportunity
School Rankings
Socorro 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 Socorro High School is 0.06, 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
#6781 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
97%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
87%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red, Columbia blue
School Mascot
Chato And Chata
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Socorro High School's ranking?
Socorro High School is ranked #6781 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?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Socorro High School?
The graduation rate of Socorro High School is 87%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Socorro High School?
2,579 students attend Socorro High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Socorro High School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Socorro High School?
Socorro High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Socorro High School offer ?
Socorro High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Socorro High School part of?
Socorro High School is part of Socorro Independent School District.
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