Needs Improvement
#8442 of 8,552 schools in TX
Based on limited data
Dr Josefina Villamil Tinajero Pk-8
Elementary School · EL PASO ISD
P O BOX 20100, EL Paso, TX 79998
Enrollment
1,245
Student-Teacher
17.1:1
Score
2.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
1,245
Student-Teacher
17.1:1
Score
2.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#8,442 of 8,552
In EL Paso
#205 of 206
public schools
In district
#72 of 73
EL PASO ISD
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Dr Josefina Villamil Tinajero Pk-8
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About Dr Josefina Villamil Tinajero Pk-8
Dr Josefina Villamil Tinajero Pk-8 is a public elementary school in EL Paso, TX, part of EL PASO ISD. Dr Josefina Villamil Tinajero Pk-8 serves approximately 1,245 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 17.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Dr Josefina Villamil Tinajero Pk-8 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.5 out of 10 and ranks #8,442 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Dr Josefina Villamil Tinajero Pk-8 show 17% math proficiency (2024 STAAR) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 STAAR). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.
- This school 2.5 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.5
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
42% of students at Dr Josefina Villamil Tinajero Pk-8 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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Dr Josefina Villamil Tinajero Pk-8 — Students at Dr Josefina Villamil Tinajero Pk-8 score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 2 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
How Dr Josefina Villamil Tinajero Pk-8 Compares
See how Dr Josefina Villamil Tinajero Pk-8 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
P O BOX 20100, EL Paso, TX 79998
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dr Josefina Villamil Tinajero Pk-8 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HAWKINS EL (rated 8.6/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is RAMONA EL STEM ACADEMY (rated 8.1/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HILLSIDE EL (rated 6.4/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in EL Paso, see our EL Paso schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SILVA HEALTH MAGNET El Paso | 0.5 mi | 9.1 |
| COOLEY EL El Paso | 0.5 mi | 4.0 |
| JEFFERSON H S El Paso | 0.7 mi | 3.4 |
| HAWKINS EL El Paso | 0.9 mi | 8.6 |
| FATHER YERMO SCHOOLS El Paso | 0.8 mi | 4.8 |
| FATHER YERMO SCHOOLS El Paso | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| DELTA ACADEMY El Paso | 1.0 mi | 4.8 |
| ZAVALA EL El Paso | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| ST PIUS X GRADE SCHOOL El Paso | 1.4 mi | 4.8 |
| HILLSIDE EL El Paso | 1.5 mi | 6.4 |
| LORETTO ACADEMY El Paso | 1.6 mi | 4.8 |
| COACH WALLY HARTLEY PK-8 El Paso | 1.9 mi | 5.7 |
| RADFORD SCHOOL El Paso | 2.2 mi | 7.7 |
| BOWIE H S El Paso | 1.9 mi | 4.1 |
| COLDWELL EL El Paso | 2.3 mi | 5.0 |
| RAMONA EL STEM ACADEMY El Paso | 2.2 mi | 8.1 |
| CROCKETT EL El Paso | 2.5 mi | 3.2 |
| DOUGLASS EL El Paso | 2.3 mi | 2.4 |
| AUSTIN H S El Paso | 2.7 mi | 3.0 |
| COLLEGE CAREER TECHNOLOGY ACADEMY (CCTA) El Paso | 2.6 mi | 3.1 |
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| DUNN EL Houston, TX | 2.6 |
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| JOHNSTON EL Irving, TX | 2.7 |
| JUBILEE HIGHLAND HILLS San Antonio, TX | 2.7 |
| RED ROCK EL Red Rock, TX | 2.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dr Josefina Villamil Tinajero Pk-8
What grades does Dr Josefina Villamil Tinajero Pk-8 serve?
Dr Josefina Villamil Tinajero Pk-8 serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Dr Josefina Villamil Tinajero Pk-8?
Dr Josefina Villamil Tinajero Pk-8 has an enrollment of approximately 1,245 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dr Josefina Villamil Tinajero Pk-8?
The student-teacher ratio at Dr Josefina Villamil Tinajero Pk-8 is 17.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dr Josefina Villamil Tinajero Pk-8 rank in TX?
Dr Josefina Villamil Tinajero Pk-8 ranks #8,442 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Dr Josefina Villamil Tinajero Pk-8's MySchoolScout rating?
Dr Josefina Villamil Tinajero Pk-8 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.5 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 Dr Josefina Villamil Tinajero Pk-8?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dr Josefina Villamil Tinajero Pk-8 has 17% math proficiency (2024 STAAR) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 STAAR).
Is Dr Josefina Villamil Tinajero Pk-8 a charter school?
No, Dr Josefina Villamil Tinajero Pk-8 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dr Josefina Villamil Tinajero Pk-8 a Title I school?
No, Dr Josefina Villamil Tinajero Pk-8 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dr Josefina Villamil Tinajero Pk-8?
97.8% of students at Dr Josefina Villamil Tinajero Pk-8 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
- 1,245
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 73
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- El Paso County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.5%
- Phone
- (915) 230-2000
Resources & Links
District
EL PASO ISD- District Enrollment
- 49,139
- Schools in District
- 75
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,931
- District Rank
- #72 of 73
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