Serving 604 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Mission Valley Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 604 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mission Valley Elementary School's student population of 604 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
604 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Mission Valley: Where Empowered Learners Conquer Their Goals
School Rankings
Mission Valley Elementary School 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 Mission Valley Elementary School is 0.02, 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
#3475 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
99%
54%
Black
1%
13%
White
n/a
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mission Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Mission Valley Elementary School is ranked #3475 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Mission Valley Elementary School?
604 students attend Mission Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Mission Valley Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mission Valley Elementary School?
Mission Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mission Valley Elementary School offer ?
Mission Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Mission Valley Elementary School part of?
Mission Valley Elementary School is part of Ysleta Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Mission Valley Elementary School located?
Mission Valley Elementary School is located in the Mission Valley neighborhood of El Paso, TX. There are 40 other public schools located in Mission Valley.
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