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#4189 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 49% in state
Bill Childress EL
Elementary School · CANUTILLO ISD
P O BOX 100, Canutillo, TX 79835
Enrollment
381
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
381
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#4,189 of 8,552
In Canutillo
#7 of 10
public schools
In district
#7 of 10
CANUTILLO ISD
School environment
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Bill Childress EL
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About Bill Childress EL
Bill Childress EL is a public elementary school in Canutillo, TX, part of CANUTILLO ISD. Bill Childress EL serves approximately 381 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Bill Childress EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #4,189 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Bill Childress EL show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 6.7
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Bill Childress EL — Students at Bill Childress EL score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
77.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 4.7/10.
How Bill Childress EL Compares
See how Bill Childress EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
P O BOX 100, Canutillo, TX 79835
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bill Childress EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LA UNION ELEMENTARY (rated 8.6/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Anthony), which scores notably higher. Another option is ANTHONY ELEMENTARY (rated 8.4/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Anthony), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CONGRESSMAN SILVESTRE & CAROLINA SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 4.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Canutillo, see our Canutillo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CANUTILLO MIDDLE Canutillo | 1.6 mi | 6.4 |
| DEANNA DAVENPORT EL Canutillo | 1.9 mi | 5.5 |
| CANUTILLO EL Canutillo | 2.2 mi | 7.3 |
| JOSE J ALDERETE MIDDLE Canutillo | 2.4 mi | 7.5 |
| CALVARY WEST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Anthony | 2.8 mi | 7.2 |
| NORTHWEST EARLY COLLEGE H S (NWECHS) Canutillo | 3.1 mi | 9.1 |
| ANTHONY MIDDLE Anthony | 3.3 mi | 8.2 |
| ANTHONY H S Anthony | 3.3 mi | 7.1 |
| CANUTILLO H S Canutillo | 3.4 mi | 6.1 |
| ANTHONY EL Anthony | 3.5 mi | 4.8 |
| GONZALO AND SOFIA GARCIA EL Canutillo | 3.8 mi | 6.7 |
| ANTHONY ON-TRACK PREK CENTER Anthony | 4.0 mi | 5.6 |
| ANTHONY ELEMENTARY Anthony | 4.2 mi | 8.4 |
| JOSE H DAMIAN EL Canutillo | 4.2 mi | 6.2 |
| LA UNION ELEMENTARY Anthony | 3.6 mi | 8.6 |
| GADSDEN MIDDLE Anthony | 4.2 mi | 7.3 |
| LOMA LINDA ELEMENTARY Anthony | 4.3 mi | 8.2 |
| CONGRESSMAN SILVESTRE & CAROLINA SCHOOL Canutillo | 4.6 mi | 8.3 |
| BROWN MIDDLE El Paso | 4.8 mi | 4.4 |
| GADSDEN ELEMENTARY Sunland Park | 5.2 mi | 8.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 79835 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$42,955
Median Home Value
$103,200
Median Rent
$921/mo
Population
12,289
College Educated
12.3%
Homeownership
73.1%
Avg Commute
22.7 min
Poverty Rate
28.2%
Median Age
35.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bill Childress EL
What grades does Bill Childress EL serve?
Bill Childress EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Bill Childress EL?
Bill Childress EL has an enrollment of approximately 381 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bill Childress EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Bill Childress EL is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bill Childress EL rank in TX?
Bill Childress EL ranks #4,189 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Bill Childress EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Bill Childress EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Bill Childress EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bill Childress EL has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Bill Childress EL a charter school?
No, Bill Childress EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bill Childress EL a Title I school?
No, Bill Childress EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bill Childress EL?
77.7% of students at Bill Childress 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 381
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 77.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- El Paso County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.0%
- Phone
- (915) 877-7700
Resources & Links
District
CANUTILLO ISD- District Enrollment
- 5,904
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,658
- District Rank
- #7 of 10
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