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#5566 of 8,552 schools in TX
Capt Walter E Clarke Middle
Middle School · SOCORRO ISD
1515 BOB HOPE, EL Paso, TX 79936
Enrollment
743
Student-Teacher
21.2:1
Score
5.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
743
Student-Teacher
21.2:1
Score
5.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#5,566 of 8,552
In EL Paso
#121 of 206
public schools
In district
#25 of 50
SOCORRO ISD
Equity
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Capt Walter E Clarke Middle
Capt Walter E Clarke Middle is a public middle school in EL Paso, TX, part of SOCORRO ISD. Capt Walter E Clarke Middle serves approximately 743 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 21.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Capt Walter E Clarke Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #5,566 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Capt Walter E Clarke Middle show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 5.9
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Capt Walter E Clarke Middle runs 21.2:1 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.
35% of students at Capt Walter E Clarke Middle 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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Capt Walter E Clarke Middle — Students at Capt Walter E Clarke Middle 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
79%
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: 6.0/10.
How Capt Walter E Clarke Middle Compares
See how Capt Walter E Clarke Middle 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
1515 BOB HOPE, EL Paso, TX 79936
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Capt Walter E Clarke Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. EL PASO LEADERSHIP ACADEMY - MIDDLE EAST (rated 5.9/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, WILLIAM D SLIDER MIDDLE (rated 5.6/10, 2.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in EL Paso, see our EL Paso schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SIERRA VISTA STEAM ACADEMY El Paso | 0.1 mi | 5.1 |
| AMERICAS H S El Paso | 0.6 mi | 5.9 |
| VISTA DEL FUTURO CHARTER SCHOOL El Paso | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| HARMONY SCHOOL OF SCIENCE - EL PASO El Paso | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| JOHN DRUGAN SCHOOL El Paso | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| MYRTLE COOPER EL El Paso | 1.2 mi | 6.1 |
| VISTA DEL SOL ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE El Paso | 1.3 mi | 5.1 |
| LIFE CENTER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY El Paso | 1.4 mi | — |
| LOMA VERDE El Paso | 1.7 mi | 6.9 |
| HELEN BALL EL El Paso | 1.8 mi | 5.9 |
| MONTWOOD H S El Paso | 1.8 mi | 6.3 |
| WILLIAM D SLIDER MIDDLE El Paso | 2.0 mi | 5.6 |
| OPTIONS H S El Paso | 2.1 mi | 5.6 |
| KEYS ACAD El Paso | 2.1 mi | 3.6 |
| EL PASO LEADERSHIP ACADEMY - H S EAST El Paso | 2.2 mi | 2.9 |
| EL PASO LEADERSHIP ACADEMY - MIDDLE EAST El Paso | 2.2 mi | 5.9 |
| TRIUMPH PUBLIC HIGH SCHOOLS-EL PASO EAST El Paso | 2.0 mi | 5.2 |
| O'SHEA KELEHER WHOLE CHILD ACADEMY El Paso | 2.2 mi | 5.6 |
| SUN COUNTRY MONTESSORI El Paso | 2.5 mi | — |
| DEL VALLE EL El Paso | 2.5 mi | 6.8 |
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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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Capt Walter E Clarke Middle
What grades does Capt Walter E Clarke Middle serve?
Capt Walter E Clarke Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Capt Walter E Clarke Middle?
Capt Walter E Clarke Middle has an enrollment of approximately 743 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Capt Walter E Clarke Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Capt Walter E Clarke Middle is 21.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Capt Walter E Clarke Middle rank in TX?
Capt Walter E Clarke Middle ranks #5,566 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Capt Walter E Clarke Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Capt Walter E Clarke Middle 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 Capt Walter E Clarke Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Capt Walter E Clarke Middle has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Capt Walter E Clarke Middle a charter school?
No, Capt Walter E Clarke Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Capt Walter E Clarke Middle a Title I school?
No, Capt Walter E Clarke Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Capt Walter E Clarke Middle?
79.0% of students at Capt Walter E Clarke Middle 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 743
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 79.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- El Paso County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.4%
- Phone
- (915) 937-5600
Resources & Links
District
SOCORRO ISD- District Enrollment
- 47,304
- Schools in District
- 51
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,574
- District Rank
- #25 of 50
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