Very Good
#3070 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 36% in state
Clendenin EL
Elementary School · EL PASO ISD
2701 HARRISON AVE, EL Paso, TX 79930
Enrollment
433
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
433
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#3,070 of 8,552
In EL Paso
#50 of 206
public schools
In district
#10 of 73
EL PASO ISD
Equity
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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Clendenin EL
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About Clendenin EL
Clendenin EL is a public elementary school in EL Paso, TX, part of EL PASO ISD. Clendenin EL serves approximately 433 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Clendenin EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #3,070 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Clendenin EL show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 5.5
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at Clendenin 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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Clendenin EL — Students at Clendenin EL score 47% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
98.2%
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: 7.0/10.
How Clendenin EL Compares
See how Clendenin 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
2701 HARRISON AVE, EL Paso, TX 79930
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Clendenin EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HILLSIDE EL (rated 6.4/10, 2.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is BLISS EL (rated 6.2/10, 1.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, LAMAR EL (rated 5.8/10, 2.8 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in EL Paso, see our EL Paso schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RUSK EL El Paso | 0.7 mi | 4.3 |
| CPT GABRIEL NAVARRETE MIDDLE El Paso | 0.9 mi | 3.4 |
| TRAVIS EL El Paso | 1.0 mi | 3.4 |
| AUSTIN H S El Paso | 1.3 mi | 3.0 |
| CROCKETT EL El Paso | 1.6 mi | 3.2 |
| BLISS EL El Paso | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
| MORENO EL El Paso | 1.9 mi | 4.6 |
| COLLEGE CAREER TECHNOLOGY ACADEMY (CCTA) El Paso | 2.0 mi | 3.1 |
| TELLES ACADEMY El Paso | 2.0 mi | 5.8 |
| COLDWELL EL El Paso | 1.8 mi | 5.0 |
| COLIN L POWELL EL El Paso | 2.1 mi | 4.7 |
| RADFORD SCHOOL El Paso | 2.1 mi | 7.7 |
| YOUNG WOMEN'S STEAM RESEARCH & PREPARATORY ACADEMY El Paso | 2.4 mi | 5.9 |
| CHAPIN H S El Paso | 2.3 mi | 5.5 |
| LOGAN EL El Paso | 2.5 mi | 3.5 |
| LORETTO ACADEMY El Paso | 2.5 mi | 4.8 |
| HILLSIDE EL El Paso | 2.6 mi | 6.4 |
| THE J CENTER FOR EARLY LEARNING El Paso | 2.4 mi | 4.3 |
| LAMAR EL El Paso | 2.8 mi | 5.8 |
| ABOUT FACE PROGRAM EL El Paso | 2.8 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 79930 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$41,826
Median Home Value
$124,000
Median Rent
$909/mo
Population
25,484
College Educated
16.4%
Homeownership
44.9%
Avg Commute
22.3 min
Poverty Rate
29.5%
Median Age
33.9
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| BROCK EL Brock, TX | 7.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Clendenin EL
What grades does Clendenin EL serve?
Clendenin EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Clendenin EL?
Clendenin EL has an enrollment of approximately 433 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Clendenin EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Clendenin EL is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Clendenin EL rank in TX?
Clendenin EL ranks #3,070 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Clendenin EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Clendenin EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Clendenin EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Clendenin EL has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Clendenin EL a charter school?
No, Clendenin EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Clendenin EL a Title I school?
No, Clendenin EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Clendenin EL?
98.2% of students at Clendenin 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
- 433
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- El Paso County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.2%
- Phone
- (915) 236-5300
Resources & Links
District
EL PASO ISD- District Enrollment
- 49,139
- Schools in District
- 75
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,931
- District Rank
- #10 of 73
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