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#6376 of 8,552 schools in TX
Desert Hills EL
Elementary School · CLINT ISD
14521 HORIZON BLVD, EL Paso, TX 79928
Enrollment
917
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
917
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#6,376 of 8,552
In EL Paso
#147 of 206
public schools
In district
#9 of 14
CLINT ISD
School environment
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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Desert Hills 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 Desert Hills EL
Desert Hills EL is a public elementary school in EL Paso, TX, part of CLINT ISD. Desert Hills EL serves approximately 917 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Desert Hills EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #6,376 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Desert Hills EL show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 5.3
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Desert Hills EL — Students at Desert Hills EL score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
79.9%
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: 3.5/10.
How Desert Hills EL Compares
See how Desert Hills 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 Desert Hills EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HORIZON HEIGHTS EL (rated 7.4/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is JOHN DRUGAN SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 4.9 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 5.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HORIZON MIDDLE El Paso | 0.3 mi | 4.8 |
| CARROLL T WELCH EL El Paso | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| FRANK MACIAS EL El Paso | 1.4 mi | 4.2 |
| IDEA HORIZON VISTA ACADEMY Horizon City | 1.3 mi | 6.6 |
| IDEA HORIZON VISTA COLLEGE PREPARATORY Horizon City | 1.3 mi | 7.9 |
| HORIZON H S El Paso | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
| HORIZON HEIGHTS EL El Paso | 1.7 mi | 7.4 |
| COL JOHN O ENSOR MIDDLE El Paso | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
| DR SUE A SHOOK SCHOOL El Paso | 1.9 mi | 5.2 |
| RICARDO ESTRADA MIDDLE El Paso | 2.4 mi | 4.5 |
| EASTLAKE H S El Paso | 2.9 mi | 5.5 |
| BEN NARBUTH EL El Paso | 3.4 mi | 5.8 |
| EASTLAKE MIDDLE El Paso | 3.4 mi | 5.8 |
| DESERT WIND EL El Paso | 3.6 mi | 5.6 |
| MISSION RIDGE El Paso | 3.5 mi | 5.4 |
| BETHESDA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY El Paso | 3.8 mi | 3.9 |
| MISSION EARLY COLLEGE H S El Paso | 4.5 mi | 8.0 |
| JOHN DRUGAN SCHOOL El Paso | 4.9 mi | 7.1 |
| ROBERT R ROJAS EL El Paso | 5.4 mi | 4.7 |
| OPTIONS H S El Paso | 5.1 mi | 5.6 |
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 Desert Hills EL
What grades does Desert Hills EL serve?
Desert Hills EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Desert Hills EL?
Desert Hills EL has an enrollment of approximately 917 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Desert Hills EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Desert Hills EL is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Desert Hills EL rank in TX?
Desert Hills EL ranks #6,376 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Desert Hills EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Desert Hills EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Desert Hills EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Desert Hills EL has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Desert Hills EL a charter school?
No, Desert Hills EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Desert Hills EL a Title I school?
No, Desert Hills EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Desert Hills EL?
79.9% of students at Desert Hills 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
- 917
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 61
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 79.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- El Paso County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.0%
- Phone
- (915) 926-4500
Resources & Links
District
CLINT ISD- District Enrollment
- 10,260
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,785
- District Rank
- #9 of 14
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