Serving 558 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dr Joseph Torres Elementary 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 33% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (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 93% 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: 558 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dr Joseph Torres Elementary School's student population of 558 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 44% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
558 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Dr Joseph Torres Elementary 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 Dr Joseph Torres Elementary School is 0.29, 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
#4395 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
84%
54%
Black
7%
13%
White
7%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
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 Dr Joseph Torres Elementary School's ranking?
Dr Joseph Torres Elementary School is ranked #4395 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?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Dr Joseph Torres Elementary School?
558 students attend Dr Joseph Torres Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Dr Joseph Torres Elementary School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dr Joseph Torres Elementary School?
Dr Joseph Torres Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dr Joseph Torres Elementary School offer ?
Dr Joseph Torres Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Dr Joseph Torres Elementary School part of?
Dr Joseph Torres Elementary School is part of El Paso Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Dr Joseph Torres Elementary School located?
Dr Joseph Torres Elementary School is located in the Northeast El Paso neighborhood of El Paso, TX. There are 15 other public schools located in Northeast El Paso.
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