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#4540 of 8,552 schools in TX
Bliss EL
Elementary School · EL PASO ISD
4401 SHERIDAN RD, EL Paso, TX 79906
Enrollment
508
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
508
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#4,540 of 8,552
In EL Paso
#89 of 206
public schools
In district
#26 of 73
EL PASO ISD
Equity
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Bliss EL
Bliss EL is a public elementary school in EL Paso, TX, part of EL PASO ISD. Bliss EL serves approximately 508 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Bliss EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #4,540 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Bliss EL show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- District avg 5.5
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
38% of students at Bliss EL were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Bliss EL — Students at Bliss EL score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
71.7%
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: 6.4/10.
How Bliss EL Compares
See how Bliss 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
4401 SHERIDAN RD, EL Paso, TX 79906
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bliss EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HAWKINS EL (rated 8.6/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CLENDENIN EL (rated 7.1/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, HILLSIDE EL (rated 6.4/10, 2.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in EL Paso, see our EL Paso schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| TRAVIS EL El Paso | 0.6 mi | 3.4 |
| CPT GABRIEL NAVARRETE MIDDLE El Paso | 0.9 mi | 3.4 |
| RUSK EL El Paso | 1.0 mi | 4.3 |
| RADFORD SCHOOL El Paso | 1.5 mi | 7.7 |
| COLDWELL EL El Paso | 1.5 mi | 5.0 |
| AUSTIN H S El Paso | 1.4 mi | 3.0 |
| LOGAN EL El Paso | 1.7 mi | 3.5 |
| CLENDENIN EL El Paso | 1.5 mi | 7.1 |
| CHAPIN H S El Paso | 1.8 mi | 5.5 |
| COLIN L POWELL EL El Paso | 1.9 mi | 4.7 |
| CROCKETT EL El Paso | 1.9 mi | 3.2 |
| LORETTO ACADEMY El Paso | 2.0 mi | 4.8 |
| HILLSIDE EL El Paso | 2.2 mi | 6.4 |
| SUNRISE MOUNTAIN EL El Paso | 2.5 mi | 6.2 |
| COACH WALLY HARTLEY PK-8 El Paso | 2.5 mi | 5.7 |
| COLLEGE CAREER TECHNOLOGY ACADEMY (CCTA) El Paso | 2.6 mi | 3.1 |
| TELLES ACADEMY El Paso | 2.6 mi | 5.8 |
| PARK EL El Paso | 2.9 mi | 4.9 |
| MAGOFFIN MIDDLE El Paso | 2.9 mi | 3.7 |
| HAWKINS EL El Paso | 2.9 mi | 8.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 79906 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,907
Median Rent
$1,510/mo
Population
6,061
College Educated
32.3%
Homeownership
0%
Poverty Rate
19.1%
Median Age
21.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bliss EL
What grades does Bliss EL serve?
Bliss EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Bliss EL?
Bliss EL has an enrollment of approximately 508 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bliss EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Bliss EL is 16.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bliss EL rank in TX?
Bliss EL ranks #4,540 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Bliss EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Bliss EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Bliss EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bliss EL has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Bliss EL a charter school?
No, Bliss EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bliss EL a Title I school?
No, Bliss EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bliss EL?
71.7% of students at Bliss 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
- 508
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 71.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- El Paso County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.4%
- Phone
- (915) 236-5150
Resources & Links
District
EL PASO ISD- District Enrollment
- 49,139
- Schools in District
- 75
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,931
- District Rank
- #26 of 73
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