Below Average
#6491 of 8,552 schools in TX
Carroll T Welch EL
Elementary School · CLINT ISD
14521 HORIZON BLVD, EL Paso, TX 79928
Enrollment
695
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
695
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#6,491 of 8,552
In EL Paso
#149 of 206
public schools
In district
#10 of 14
CLINT ISD
School environment
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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Carroll T Welch EL
Elementary School in EL Paso · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Carroll T Welch EL
Carroll T Welch EL is a public elementary school in EL Paso, TX, part of CLINT ISD. Carroll T Welch EL serves approximately 695 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Carroll T Welch EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #6,491 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Carroll T Welch EL show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 5.3
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Carroll T Welch EL — Students at Carroll T Welch EL score 38% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.1%
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: 3.2/10.
How Carroll T Welch EL Compares
See how Carroll T Welch 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
14521 HORIZON BLVD, EL Paso, TX 79928
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Carroll T Welch EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HORIZON HEIGHTS EL (rated 7.4/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is JOHN DRUGAN SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 5.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, IDEA HORIZON VISTA ACADEMY (rated 6.6/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Horizon City), which scores notably higher. For more schools in EL Paso, see our EL Paso schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FRANK MACIAS EL El Paso | 0.7 mi | 4.2 |
| DESERT HILLS EL El Paso | 0.7 mi | 5.0 |
| HORIZON MIDDLE El Paso | 1.0 mi | 4.8 |
| HORIZON H S El Paso | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| IDEA HORIZON VISTA ACADEMY Horizon City | 1.3 mi | 6.6 |
| IDEA HORIZON VISTA COLLEGE PREPARATORY Horizon City | 1.3 mi | 7.9 |
| RICARDO ESTRADA MIDDLE El Paso | 1.8 mi | 4.5 |
| HORIZON HEIGHTS EL El Paso | 2.3 mi | 7.4 |
| COL JOHN O ENSOR MIDDLE El Paso | 2.3 mi | 7.0 |
| DR SUE A SHOOK SCHOOL El Paso | 2.6 mi | 5.2 |
| DESERT WIND EL El Paso | 3.4 mi | 5.6 |
| EASTLAKE H S El Paso | 3.4 mi | 5.5 |
| BETHESDA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY El Paso | 3.7 mi | 3.9 |
| MISSION RIDGE El Paso | 3.8 mi | 5.4 |
| BEN NARBUTH EL El Paso | 4.1 mi | 5.8 |
| EASTLAKE MIDDLE El Paso | 4.1 mi | 5.8 |
| MISSION EARLY COLLEGE H S El Paso | 4.8 mi | 8.0 |
| ROBERT R ROJAS EL El Paso | 5.2 mi | 4.7 |
| JOHN DRUGAN SCHOOL El Paso | 5.5 mi | 7.1 |
| H D HILLEY EL El Paso | 5.3 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 79928 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,704
Median Home Value
$188,600
Median Rent
$1,145/mo
Population
82,792
College Educated
24%
Homeownership
88.4%
Avg Commute
27.1 min
Poverty Rate
17.3%
Median Age
29.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Carroll T Welch EL
What grades does Carroll T Welch EL serve?
Carroll T Welch EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Carroll T Welch EL?
Carroll T Welch EL has an enrollment of approximately 695 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Carroll T Welch EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Carroll T Welch EL is 15.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Carroll T Welch EL rank in TX?
Carroll T Welch EL ranks #6,491 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Carroll T Welch EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Carroll T Welch EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Carroll T Welch EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Carroll T Welch EL has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Carroll T Welch EL a charter school?
No, Carroll T Welch EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Carroll T Welch EL a Title I school?
No, Carroll T Welch EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Carroll T Welch EL?
93.1% of students at Carroll T Welch 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
- 695
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 46
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- El Paso County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.7%
- Phone
- (915) 926-4400
Resources & Links
District
CLINT ISD- District Enrollment
- 10,260
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,785
- District Rank
- #10 of 14
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