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Benito Martinez EL

Elementary School · SOCORRO ISD

2640 ROBERT WYNN, EL Paso, TX 79936

Enrollment

472

Student-Teacher

18.9:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#5,573 of 8,552

In EL Paso

#128 of 206

public schools

In district

#32 of 50

SOCORRO ISD

Equity

8.0 / 10

Excellent

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Benito Martinez EL

5.6/10

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

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About Benito Martinez EL

Benito Martinez EL is a public elementary school in EL Paso, TX, part of SOCORRO ISD. Benito Martinez EL serves approximately 472 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 18.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Benito Martinez EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #5,573 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Benito Martinez EL show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • District avg 5.7
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.6Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.89 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.6Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency40% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency56% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-3.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+1.7 pts
Overall Proficiency48% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+8.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile64th
Resources & Environment2.6Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,574
Chronic Absenteeism23.5%

Benito Martinez EL — Students at Benito Martinez EL score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

83.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 62.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 63.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
88%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
88%
ELA
88%
2011
Math
85%
ELA
89%
2012
Math
74%
ELA
80%
2013
Math
84%
ELA
80%
2014
Math
78%
ELA
81%
2015
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
83%
ELA
74%
2017
Math
58%
ELA
50%
2018
Math
54%
ELA
44%
2019
Math
54%
ELA
44%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
44.7%
ELA
55.1%
2024
Math
40%
ELA
56%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.6/10.

How Benito Martinez EL Compares

See how Benito Martinez EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.6/10
35th percentile in TX
Academic
7.6/10
Very Good
Growth
5.6/10
Average
Environment
2.6/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
83%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.5%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

2640 ROBERT WYNN, EL Paso, TX 79936

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Benito Martinez EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GLEN COVE EL (rated 8.6/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is TIERRA DEL SOL EL (rated 8.2/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PEBBLE HILLS EL (rated 8.2/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in EL Paso, see our EL Paso schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
MONTWOOD MIDDLE El Paso 0.5 mi 5.6
ELFIDA CHAVEZ EL El Paso 0.5 mi 3.9
O'SHEA KELEHER WHOLE CHILD ACADEMY El Paso 0.8 mi 5.6
WILLIAM D SLIDER MIDDLE El Paso 0.9 mi 5.6
BILL SYBERT SCHOOL El Paso 1.0 mi 6.6
MONTWOOD H S El Paso 1.1 mi 6.3
EL PASO LEADERSHIP ACADEMY - H S EAST El Paso 1.2 mi 2.9
EL PASO LEADERSHIP ACADEMY - MIDDLE EAST El Paso 1.2 mi 5.9
HELEN BALL EL El Paso 1.3 mi 5.9
JANE A HAMBRIC SCHOOL El Paso 1.4 mi 6.6
HANKS MIDDLE El Paso 1.3 mi 8.7
TIERRA DEL SOL EL El Paso 1.4 mi 8.2
EL PASO ADVENTIST JUNIOR ACADEMY El Paso 1.6 mi 5.2
VISTA DEL SOL ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE El Paso 1.8 mi 5.1
PEBBLE HILLS EL El Paso 1.7 mi 8.2
PASO DEL NORTE FINE ARTS ACADEMY El Paso 1.7 mi 4.0
TRIUMPH PUBLIC HIGH SCHOOLS-EL PASO EAST El Paso 2.0 mi 5.2
GLEN COVE EL El Paso 1.8 mi 8.6
SUN COUNTRY MONTESSORI El Paso 1.8 mi
EL DORADO H S El Paso 2.1 mi 6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 79936 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$64,958

Median Home Value

$169,500

Median Rent

$1,214/mo

Population

104,427

College Educated

27.7%

Homeownership

67.5%

Avg Commute

22.9 min

Poverty Rate

13.1%

Median Age

35.4

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CARSON EL Decatur, TX 5.6
CESAR CHAVEZ LEARNING CENTER Dallas, TX 5.6
COPPERFIELD EL Austin, TX 5.6
DAFFRON EL Plano, TX 5.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Benito Martinez EL

What grades does Benito Martinez EL serve?

Benito Martinez EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Benito Martinez EL?

Benito Martinez EL has an enrollment of approximately 472 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Benito Martinez EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Benito Martinez EL is 18.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Benito Martinez EL rank in TX?

Benito Martinez EL ranks #5,573 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Benito Martinez EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Benito Martinez EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Benito Martinez EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Benito Martinez EL has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Benito Martinez EL a charter school?

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

Is Benito Martinez EL a Title I school?

No, Benito Martinez EL is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Benito Martinez EL?

83.3% of students at Benito Martinez 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
42 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
24 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
472
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Free/Reduced Lunch
83.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
El Paso County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.5%

District

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

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