Below Average
#6642 of 8,552 schools in TX
General Douglas Macarthur Pk-8
Elementary School · EL PASO ISD
8101 WHITUS DR, EL Paso, TX 79925
Enrollment
937
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
937
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#6,642 of 8,552
In EL Paso
#154 of 206
public schools
In district
#42 of 73
EL PASO ISD
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General Douglas Macarthur Pk-8
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About General Douglas Macarthur Pk-8
General Douglas Macarthur Pk-8 is a public elementary school in EL Paso, TX, part of EL PASO ISD. General Douglas Macarthur Pk-8 serves approximately 937 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio. General Douglas Macarthur Pk-8 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #6,642 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for General Douglas Macarthur Pk-8 show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 5.5
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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General Douglas Macarthur Pk-8 — Students at General Douglas Macarthur Pk-8 score 42% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
77.2%
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: 3.7/10.
How General Douglas Macarthur Pk-8 Compares
See how General Douglas Macarthur Pk-8 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
8101 WHITUS DR, EL Paso, TX 79925
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering General Douglas Macarthur Pk-8 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. EASTWOOD KNOLLS INTERNATIONAL (rated 8.7/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HAWKINS EL (rated 8.6/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, EASTWOOD HEIGHTS EL (rated 8.5/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in EL Paso, see our EL Paso schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| IMMANUEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL El Paso | 0.4 mi | 6.1 |
| BURGES H S El Paso | 0.4 mi | 5.3 |
| CIELO VISTA EL El Paso | 0.6 mi | 6.5 |
| SCOTSDALE EL El Paso | 1.2 mi | 8.3 |
| EASTWOOD H S El Paso | 1.5 mi | 6.1 |
| RAMONA EL STEM ACADEMY El Paso | 1.7 mi | 8.1 |
| ST PIUS X GRADE SCHOOL El Paso | 1.8 mi | 4.8 |
| EASTWOOD KNOLLS INTERNATIONAL El Paso | 1.9 mi | 8.7 |
| VALLE VERDE EARLY COLLEGE H S El Paso | 2.1 mi | 9.1 |
| JESUS CHAPEL SCHOOL El Paso | 1.9 mi | 7.8 |
| COACH WALLY HARTLEY PK-8 El Paso | 2.0 mi | 5.7 |
| ST RAPHAEL SCHOOL El Paso | 2.0 mi | 5.9 |
| EAST POINT EL El Paso | 2.0 mi | 7.4 |
| EASTWOOD HEIGHTS EL El Paso | 2.3 mi | 8.5 |
| DELTA ACADEMY El Paso | 2.4 mi | 4.8 |
| EDGEMERE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL El Paso | 2.3 mi | 7.4 |
| BEL AIR MIDDLE El Paso | 2.6 mi | 7.3 |
| HAWKINS EL El Paso | 2.4 mi | 8.6 |
| MILAM EL El Paso | 2.8 mi | 6.8 |
| RIVERSIDE EL El Paso | 2.9 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 79925 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,735
Median Home Value
$176,300
Median Rent
$1,039/mo
Population
40,241
College Educated
26.3%
Homeownership
50.7%
Avg Commute
22 min
Poverty Rate
18.7%
Median Age
33.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about General Douglas Macarthur Pk-8
What grades does General Douglas Macarthur Pk-8 serve?
General Douglas Macarthur Pk-8 serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend General Douglas Macarthur Pk-8?
General Douglas Macarthur Pk-8 has an enrollment of approximately 937 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at General Douglas Macarthur Pk-8?
The student-teacher ratio at General Douglas Macarthur Pk-8 is 15.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does General Douglas Macarthur Pk-8 rank in TX?
General Douglas Macarthur Pk-8 ranks #6,642 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is General Douglas Macarthur Pk-8's MySchoolScout rating?
General Douglas Macarthur Pk-8 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 General Douglas Macarthur Pk-8?
Based on loaded state assessment records, General Douglas Macarthur Pk-8 has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is General Douglas Macarthur Pk-8 a charter school?
No, General Douglas Macarthur Pk-8 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is General Douglas Macarthur Pk-8 a Title I school?
No, General Douglas Macarthur Pk-8 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for General Douglas Macarthur Pk-8?
77.2% of students at General Douglas Macarthur 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
- 937
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 62
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 77.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- El Paso County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.0%
- Phone
- (915) 236-8750
Resources & Links
District
EL PASO ISD- District Enrollment
- 49,139
- Schools in District
- 75
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,931
- District Rank
- #42 of 73
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