Very Good
#2656 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 31% in state
Canutillo EL
Elementary School · CANUTILLO ISD
P O BOX 100, Canutillo, TX 79835
Enrollment
494
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
494
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#2,656 of 8,552
In Canutillo
#4 of 10
public schools
In district
#4 of 10
CANUTILLO ISD
School environment
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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Canutillo EL
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About Canutillo EL
Canutillo EL is a public elementary school in Canutillo, TX, part of CANUTILLO ISD. Canutillo EL serves approximately 494 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Canutillo EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,656 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Canutillo EL show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 6.7
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Canutillo EL — Students at Canutillo EL score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
78.1%
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: 6.6/10.
How Canutillo EL Compares
See how Canutillo 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 Canutillo EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CONGRESSMAN SILVESTRE & CAROLINA SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is EL PASO EARLY LEARNING LANGUAGE ACADEMY (rated 8.3/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby El Paso), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DON HASKINS PK-8 (rated 7.2/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby El Paso), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Canutillo, see our Canutillo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| JOSE J ALDERETE MIDDLE Canutillo | 0.2 mi | 7.5 |
| NORTHWEST EARLY COLLEGE H S (NWECHS) Canutillo | 0.9 mi | 9.1 |
| CANUTILLO H S Canutillo | 1.2 mi | 6.1 |
| CANUTILLO MIDDLE Canutillo | 1.2 mi | 6.4 |
| JOSE H DAMIAN EL Canutillo | 2.0 mi | 6.2 |
| BILL CHILDRESS EL Canutillo | 2.2 mi | 6.4 |
| GONZALO AND SOFIA GARCIA EL Canutillo | 2.2 mi | 6.7 |
| CALVARY WEST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Anthony | 2.3 mi | 7.2 |
| BROWN MIDDLE El Paso | 2.7 mi | 4.4 |
| CONGRESSMAN SILVESTRE & CAROLINA SCHOOL Canutillo | 2.7 mi | 8.3 |
| WILLIAM C HERRERA EL El Paso | 3.2 mi | 4.5 |
| KOHLBERG EL El Paso | 3.2 mi | 7.0 |
| EL PASO ACADEMY WEST El Paso | 3.6 mi | 5.4 |
| DEANNA DAVENPORT EL Canutillo | 3.6 mi | 5.5 |
| DAVINCI SCHOOL FOR SCIENCE AND THE ARTS El Paso | 3.9 mi | 6.0 |
| DON HASKINS PK-8 El Paso | 4.1 mi | 7.2 |
| FLYING COLORS LEARNING CENTER NO 3 El Paso | 4.1 mi | 6.9 |
| EL PASO EARLY LEARNING LANGUAGE ACADEMY El Paso | 4.1 mi | 8.3 |
| FRANKLIN H S El Paso | 4.2 mi | 6.8 |
| GUERRERO EL El Paso | 4.3 mi | 5.4 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ABERNATHY EL Abernathy, TX | 7.3 |
| ACADEMY AT NOLA DUNN Burleson, TX | 7.3 |
| ANNE L MAGEE EL Edinburg, TX | 7.3 |
| ANNETTE PERRY EL Mansfield, TX | 7.3 |
| BEASLEY EL Beasley, TX | 7.3 |
| BOWIE EL Bowie, TX | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Canutillo EL
What grades does Canutillo EL serve?
Canutillo EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Canutillo EL?
Canutillo EL has an enrollment of approximately 494 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Canutillo EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Canutillo EL is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Canutillo EL rank in TX?
Canutillo EL ranks #2,656 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Canutillo EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Canutillo EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Canutillo EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Canutillo EL has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Canutillo EL a charter school?
No, Canutillo EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Canutillo EL a Title I school?
No, Canutillo EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Canutillo EL?
78.1% of students at Canutillo 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
- 494
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 78.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- El Paso County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.4%
- Phone
- (915) 877-7600
Resources & Links
District
CANUTILLO ISD- District Enrollment
- 5,904
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,658
- District Rank
- #4 of 10
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