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#5569 of 8,552 schools in TX
Desert Wind EL
Elementary School · SOCORRO ISD
1100 COLINA DE PAZ, EL Paso, TX 79928
Enrollment
568
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
568
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#5,569 of 8,552
In EL Paso
#124 of 206
public schools
In district
#28 of 50
SOCORRO ISD
Equity
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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Desert Wind EL
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About Desert Wind EL
Desert Wind EL is a public elementary school in EL Paso, TX, part of SOCORRO ISD. Desert Wind EL serves approximately 568 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Desert Wind EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #5,569 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Desert Wind EL show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 5.7
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
36% of students at Desert Wind 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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Desert Wind EL — Students at Desert Wind EL score 46% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
92.4%
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: 5.4/10.
How Desert Wind EL Compares
See how Desert Wind 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
1100 COLINA DE PAZ, EL Paso, TX 79928
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Desert Wind EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HORIZON HEIGHTS EL (rated 7.4/10, 3.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is IDEA RIO VISTA ACADEMY (rated 6.8/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Socorro), which scores notably higher. Additionally, IDEA HORIZON VISTA ACADEMY (rated 6.6/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Horizon City), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in EL Paso, see our EL Paso schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BETHESDA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY El Paso | 0.5 mi | 3.9 |
| ROBERT R ROJAS EL El Paso | 1.9 mi | 4.7 |
| IDEA HORIZON VISTA ACADEMY Horizon City | 2.4 mi | 6.6 |
| IDEA HORIZON VISTA COLLEGE PREPARATORY Horizon City | 2.4 mi | 7.9 |
| RICARDO ESTRADA MIDDLE El Paso | 2.4 mi | 4.5 |
| MISSION RIDGE El Paso | 2.8 mi | 5.4 |
| ERNESTO SERNA FINE ARTS ACADEMY El Paso | 2.7 mi | 5.7 |
| H D HILLEY EL El Paso | 2.7 mi | 4.7 |
| FRANK MACIAS EL El Paso | 2.8 mi | 4.2 |
| COL JOHN O ENSOR MIDDLE El Paso | 3.4 mi | 7.0 |
| EASTLAKE H S El Paso | 3.4 mi | 5.5 |
| MISSION EARLY COLLEGE H S El Paso | 3.1 mi | 8.0 |
| HORIZON HEIGHTS EL El Paso | 3.5 mi | 7.4 |
| CARROLL T WELCH EL El Paso | 3.4 mi | 4.9 |
| CLINT J H SCHOOL El Paso | 3.8 mi | 6.2 |
| DESERT HILLS EL El Paso | 3.6 mi | 5.0 |
| HORIZON MIDDLE El Paso | 3.7 mi | 4.8 |
| SALVADOR SANCHEZ MIDDLE El Paso | 3.4 mi | 4.6 |
| WM DAVID SURRATT EL El Paso | 3.9 mi | 4.4 |
| IDEA RIO VISTA ACADEMY Socorro | 3.5 mi | 6.8 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| ALBA-GOLDEN EL Alba, TX | 5.6 |
| ALVARADO EL-SOUTH Alvarado, TX | 5.6 |
| BELL'S HILL EL Waco, TX | 5.6 |
| BENITO MARTINEZ EL El Paso, TX | 5.6 |
| CARSON EL Decatur, TX | 5.6 |
| CESAR CHAVEZ LEARNING CENTER Dallas, TX | 5.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Desert Wind EL
What grades does Desert Wind EL serve?
Desert Wind EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Desert Wind EL?
Desert Wind EL has an enrollment of approximately 568 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Desert Wind EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Desert Wind EL is 15.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Desert Wind EL rank in TX?
Desert Wind EL ranks #5,569 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Desert Wind EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Desert Wind EL 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 Desert Wind EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Desert Wind EL has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Desert Wind EL a charter school?
No, Desert Wind EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Desert Wind EL a Title I school?
No, Desert Wind EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Desert Wind EL?
92.4% of students at Desert Wind 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 568
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 92.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- El Paso County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.7%
- Phone
- (915) 937-7800
Resources & Links
District
SOCORRO ISD- District Enrollment
- 47,304
- Schools in District
- 51
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,574
- District Rank
- #28 of 50
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