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Ben Narbuth EL

Elementary School · SOCORRO ISD

12440 ROJAS DR, EL Paso, TX 79928

Enrollment

934

Student-Teacher

25.2:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#5,247 of 8,552

In EL Paso

#113 of 206

public schools

In district

#20 of 50

SOCORRO ISD

Equity

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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Ben Narbuth EL

5.8/10

Elementary School in EL Paso · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Ben Narbuth EL

Ben Narbuth EL is a public elementary school in EL Paso, TX, part of SOCORRO ISD. Ben Narbuth EL serves approximately 934 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 25.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Ben Narbuth EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #5,247 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Ben Narbuth EL show 52% math proficiency (2024 STAAR) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 STAAR). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • District avg 5.7
  • TX avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Ben Narbuth EL runs 25.2:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Score Breakdown

Partial Profile · 2/3 metrics
Student ProgressNot Available

Requires 2+ years of test data

Academics8.4Excellent60%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency52% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency60% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg+8.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+5.7 pts
Overall Proficiency56% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+10.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile76th
Resources & Environment1.8Needs Improvement40%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio25.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,574
Chronic Absenteeism7%

Ben Narbuth EL — Students at Ben Narbuth EL score 56% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

67%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Component weights adjusted due to data availability.

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 52.0% (2024 STAAR)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 60.0% (2024 STAAR)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 2 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

How Ben Narbuth EL Compares

See how Ben Narbuth EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.8/10
39th percentile in TX
Academic
8.4/10
Excellent
Environment
1.8/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
67%
Teaching Staff
25:1 student-teacher ratio
37 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
7.0%

Location

12440 ROJAS DR, EL Paso, TX 79928

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ben Narbuth EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HORIZON HEIGHTS EL (rated 7.4/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is JOHN DRUGAN SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LOMA VERDE (rated 6.9/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in EL Paso, see our EL Paso schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.2 mi
School Distance Rating
EASTLAKE MIDDLE El Paso 0.0 mi 5.8
EASTLAKE H S El Paso 1.5 mi 5.5
JOHN DRUGAN SCHOOL El Paso 1.4 mi 7.1
DR SUE A SHOOK SCHOOL El Paso 1.6 mi 5.2
HORIZON HEIGHTS EL El Paso 1.8 mi 7.4
COL JOHN O ENSOR MIDDLE El Paso 1.9 mi 7.0
MISSION RIDGE El Paso 2.3 mi 5.4
HARMONY SCHOOL OF SCIENCE - EL PASO El Paso 2.4 mi 6.3
OPTIONS H S El Paso 2.2 mi 5.6
KEYS ACAD El Paso 2.2 mi 3.6
SIERRA VISTA STEAM ACADEMY El Paso 2.4 mi 5.1
CAPT WALTER E CLARKE MIDDLE El Paso 2.4 mi 5.6
AMERICAS H S El Paso 2.5 mi 5.9
LOMA VERDE El Paso 2.6 mi 6.9
VISTA DEL FUTURO CHARTER SCHOOL El Paso 2.8 mi 6.4
MISSION EARLY COLLEGE H S El Paso 3.1 mi 8.0
IDEA HORIZON VISTA ACADEMY Horizon City 3.2 mi 6.6
IDEA HORIZON VISTA COLLEGE PREPARATORY Horizon City 3.2 mi 7.9
HORIZON MIDDLE El Paso 3.2 mi 4.8
LIFE CENTER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY El Paso 3.2 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 79928 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$73,704

Median Home Value

$188,600

Median Rent

$1,145/mo

Population

82,792

College Educated

24%

Homeownership

88.4%

Avg Commute

27.1 min

Poverty Rate

17.3%

Median Age

29.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ben Narbuth EL

What grades does Ben Narbuth EL serve?

Ben Narbuth EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Ben Narbuth EL?

Ben Narbuth EL has an enrollment of approximately 934 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ben Narbuth EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Ben Narbuth EL is 25.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Ben Narbuth EL rank in TX?

Ben Narbuth EL ranks #5,247 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Ben Narbuth EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Ben Narbuth EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Ben Narbuth EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ben Narbuth EL has 52% math proficiency (2024 STAAR) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 STAAR).

Is Ben Narbuth EL a charter school?

No, Ben Narbuth EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Ben Narbuth EL a Title I school?

No, Ben Narbuth EL is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ben Narbuth EL?

67.0% of students at Ben Narbuth EL qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
0 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
934
Student-Teacher Ratio
25.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
37
Free/Reduced Lunch
67.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
El Paso County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
7.0%

District

SOCORRO ISD
District Enrollment
47,304
Schools in District
51
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,574
District Rank
#20 of 50

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