Average
#4953 of 8,552 schools in TX
Howard Burnham EL
Elementary School · BURNHAM WOOD CHARTER SCHOOL DISTRICT
7310 BISHOP FLORES DR, EL Paso, TX 79912
Enrollment
316
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
316
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#4,953 of 8,552
In EL Paso
#102 of 206
public schools
In district
#3 of 3
BURNHAM WOOD CHARTER SCHOOL DISTRICT
Equity
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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Howard Burnham EL
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About Howard Burnham EL
Howard Burnham EL is a public elementary school in EL Paso, TX, part of BURNHAM WOOD CHARTER SCHOOL DISTRICT. Howard Burnham EL serves approximately 316 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Howard Burnham EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #4,953 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Howard Burnham EL show 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 7.2
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Howard Burnham EL is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Howard Burnham EL — Students at Howard Burnham EL score 51% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
68%
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: 5.2/10.
How Howard Burnham EL Compares
See how Howard Burnham EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
7310 BISHOP FLORES DR, EL Paso, TX 79912
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Howard Burnham EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. TIPPIN EL (rated 8.6/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is EL PASO EARLY LEARNING LANGUAGE ACADEMY (rated 8.3/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CONGRESSMAN SILVESTRE & CAROLINA SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Canutillo), which scores notably higher. For more schools in EL Paso, see our EL Paso schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FRANKLIN H S El Paso | 0.3 mi | 6.8 |
| EL PASO EARLY LEARNING LANGUAGE ACADEMY El Paso | 0.3 mi | 8.3 |
| FLYING COLORS LEARNING CENTER NO 3 El Paso | 0.3 mi | 6.9 |
| GUERRERO EL El Paso | 0.3 mi | 5.4 |
| DAVINCI SCHOOL FOR SCIENCE AND THE ARTS El Paso | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| POLK EL El Paso | 1.0 mi | 7.9 |
| PREMIER HIGH SCHOOL-EL PASO MESA Lewisville | 1.1 mi | 5.4 |
| KOHLBERG EL El Paso | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| MONTESSORI LEARNING CENTER El Paso | 1.3 mi | — |
| CORONADO H S El Paso | 1.6 mi | 6.6 |
| BROWN MIDDLE El Paso | 1.6 mi | 4.4 |
| TIPPIN EL El Paso | 1.6 mi | 8.6 |
| WILLIAM C HERRERA EL El Paso | 1.5 mi | 4.5 |
| RIVERA EL El Paso | 1.8 mi | 7.0 |
| CONGRESSMAN SILVESTRE & CAROLINA SCHOOL Canutillo | 2.0 mi | 8.3 |
| EL PASO ACADEMY WEST El Paso | 1.8 mi | 5.4 |
| ESCUELA MONTESSORI DEL VALLE El Paso | 2.0 mi | 5.3 |
| ST MARKS SCHOOL El Paso | 2.0 mi | 5.4 |
| PUTNAM EL El Paso | 2.1 mi | 6.0 |
| ST MATTHEW CATHOLIC SCHOOL El Paso | 2.3 mi | 4.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 79912 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,290
Median Home Value
$248,400
Median Rent
$1,191/mo
Population
79,126
College Educated
48.8%
Homeownership
55.3%
Avg Commute
23.5 min
Poverty Rate
13.3%
Median Age
33.5
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ANGELA GERUSA LEAL EL San Benito, TX | 5.9 |
| BISHOP EL Everman, TX | 5.9 |
| CARROLL EARLY CHILDHOOD CAMPUS San Antonio, TX | 5.9 |
| EASTEX-JENSEN NEIGHBORHOOD SCHOOL Lewisville, TX | 5.9 |
| GRANDVIEW HILLS EL Austin, TX | 5.9 |
| GRAPE CREEK PRI San Angelo, TX | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Howard Burnham EL
What grades does Howard Burnham EL serve?
Howard Burnham EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Howard Burnham EL?
Howard Burnham EL has an enrollment of approximately 316 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Howard Burnham EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Howard Burnham EL is 17.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Howard Burnham EL rank in TX?
Howard Burnham EL ranks #4,953 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Howard Burnham EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Howard Burnham EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Howard Burnham EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Howard Burnham EL has 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Howard Burnham EL a charter school?
Yes, Howard Burnham EL is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Howard Burnham EL a Title I school?
No, Howard Burnham EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Howard Burnham EL?
68.0% of students at Howard Burnham 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 316
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 68.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- El Paso County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.7%
- Phone
- (915) 584-9499
Resources & Links
District
BURNHAM WOOD CHARTER SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,659
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,328
- District Rank
- #3 of 3
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