Needs Improvement
#8460 of 8,552 schools in TX
Douglass EL
Elementary School · EL PASO ISD
101 S EUCALYPTUS ST, EL Paso, TX 79905
Enrollment
499
Student-Teacher
17.2:1
Score
2.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
499
Student-Teacher
17.2:1
Score
2.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#8,460 of 8,552
In EL Paso
#206 of 206
public schools
In district
#73 of 73
EL PASO ISD
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About Douglass EL
Douglass EL is a public elementary school in EL Paso, TX, part of EL PASO ISD. Douglass EL serves approximately 499 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Douglass EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.4 out of 10 and ranks #8,460 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Douglass EL show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 2.4 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.5
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
42% of students at Douglass 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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Douglass EL — Students at Douglass EL score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
98.8%
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: 1.7/10.
How Douglass EL Compares
See how Douglass 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
101 S EUCALYPTUS ST, EL Paso, TX 79905
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Douglass EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ZAVALA EL (rated 5.8/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is LAMAR EL (rated 5.8/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FATHER YERMO SCHOOLS (rated 4.8/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in EL Paso, see our EL Paso schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| EL PASO LEADERSHIP ACADEMY El Paso | 0.3 mi | 5.8 |
| BOWIE H S El Paso | 0.5 mi | 4.1 |
| GUILLEN MIDDLE El Paso | 1.0 mi | 2.6 |
| YOUNG WOMEN'S STEAM RESEARCH & PREPARATORY ACADEMY El Paso | 1.0 mi | 5.9 |
| HART EL El Paso | 1.1 mi | 3.1 |
| COLLEGE CAREER TECHNOLOGY ACADEMY (CCTA) El Paso | 1.3 mi | 3.1 |
| TELLES ACADEMY El Paso | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| WIGGS MIDDLE El Paso | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| ZAVALA EL El Paso | 1.1 mi | 5.8 |
| LAMAR EL El Paso | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| ABOUT FACE PROGRAM EL El Paso | 1.2 mi | — |
| LYDIA PATTERSON INSTITUTE El Paso | 1.3 mi | 4.0 |
| LA FE PREPARATORY SCHOOL El Paso | 1.3 mi | 4.7 |
| MORENO EL El Paso | 1.5 mi | 4.6 |
| FIRST PRESBYTERIAN PRESCHOOL El Paso | 1.4 mi | — |
| AOY EL El Paso | 1.5 mi | 4.0 |
| TRIUMPH PUBLIC HIGH SCHOOLS-EL PASO WEST El Paso | 1.5 mi | 4.3 |
| FATHER YERMO SCHOOLS El Paso | 1.5 mi | 4.8 |
| FATHER YERMO SCHOOLS El Paso | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
| EL PASO H S El Paso | 1.6 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 79905 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$25,496
Median Home Value
$103,900
Median Rent
$646/mo
Population
22,062
College Educated
9.8%
Homeownership
48.5%
Avg Commute
23.8 min
Poverty Rate
46%
Median Age
34.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| DEAN HIGHLAND EL Waco, TX | 2.4 |
| DESSAU EL Austin, TX | 2.4 |
| GLASS EL San Antonio, TX | 2.4 |
| HENRY B GONZALEZ EL Eagle Pass, TX | 2.4 |
| J T BRACKENRIDGE EL San Antonio, TX | 2.4 |
| MARTIN EL San Antonio, TX | 2.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Douglass EL
What grades does Douglass EL serve?
Douglass EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Douglass EL?
Douglass EL has an enrollment of approximately 499 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Douglass EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Douglass EL is 17.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Douglass EL rank in TX?
Douglass EL ranks #8,460 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Douglass EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Douglass EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.4 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 Douglass EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Douglass EL has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Douglass EL a charter school?
No, Douglass EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Douglass EL a Title I school?
No, Douglass EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Douglass EL?
98.8% of students at Douglass 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
- 499
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- El Paso County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.7%
- Phone
- (915) 496-8070
Resources & Links
District
EL PASO ISD- District Enrollment
- 49,139
- Schools in District
- 75
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,931
- District Rank
- #73 of 73
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