Serving 622 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sierra Vista Steam Academy ranks in the top 50% 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 51% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (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.
Minority enrollment is 95% 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: 622 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sierra Vista Steam Academy's student population of 622 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
622 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sierra Vista Steam Academy 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 Sierra Vista Steam Academy is 0.21, 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
#3259 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
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
89%
54%
Black
4%
13%
White
5%
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
72%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sierra Vista Steam Academy's ranking?
Sierra Vista Steam Academy is ranked #3259 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Sierra Vista Steam Academy often compared to?
Sierra Vista Steam Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Paso Del Norte Fine Arts Academy, John Drugan School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Sierra Vista Steam Academy?
622 students attend Sierra Vista Steam Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Sierra Vista Steam Academy students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sierra Vista Steam Academy?
Sierra Vista Steam Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sierra Vista Steam Academy offer ?
Sierra Vista Steam Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Sierra Vista Steam Academy part of?
Sierra Vista Steam Academy is part of Socorro Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Sierra Vista Steam Academy located?
Sierra Vista Steam Academy is located in the East El Paso neighborhood of El Paso, TX. There are 34 other public schools located in East El Paso.
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