Needs Improvement
#7695 of 8,552 schools in TX
James P Butler EL
Elementary School · SOCORRO ISD
12440 ROJAS DR, EL Paso, TX 79928
Enrollment
932
Student-Teacher
25.2:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
932
Student-Teacher
25.2:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,695 of 8,552
In EL Paso
#189 of 206
public schools
In district
#49 of 50
SOCORRO ISD
Academic performance
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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About James P Butler EL
James P Butler EL is a public elementary school in EL Paso, TX, part of SOCORRO ISD. James P Butler EL serves approximately 932 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 25.2:1 student-teacher ratio. James P Butler EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #7,695 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for James P Butler EL show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2024) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2024).
- This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.7
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
James P Butler EL runs 25.2:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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James P Butler EL — Students at James P Butler EL score 53% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
62.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 22 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: 2.5/10.
How James P Butler EL Compares
See how James P Butler 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
12440 ROJAS DR, EL Paso, TX 79928
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering James P Butler EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CACTUS TRAILS (rated 8.2/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is IDEA EDGEMERE ACADEMY (rated 7.9/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SGT ROBERTO ITUARTE (rated 7.5/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in EL Paso, see our EL Paso schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SSG MANUEL R PUENTES El Paso | 0.1 mi | 5.6 |
| PEBBLE HILLS H S El Paso | 0.7 mi | 5.7 |
| CACTUS TRAILS El Paso | 0.9 mi | 8.2 |
| CHESTER E JORDAN El Paso | 1.1 mi | 5.4 |
| SPEC RAFAEL HERNANDO MIDDLE El Paso | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| SGT ROBERTO ITUARTE El Paso | 1.1 mi | 7.5 |
| SGT JOSE F CARRASCO EL El Paso | 1.6 mi | 7.4 |
| HURSHEL ANTWINE MIDDLE El Paso | 1.6 mi | 7.4 |
| IDEA EDGEMERE COLLEGE PREPARATORY Weslaco | 1.7 mi | 6.0 |
| IDEA EDGEMERE ACADEMY El Paso | 1.7 mi | 7.9 |
| PURPLE HEART EL El Paso | 2.0 mi | 5.1 |
| SUN RIDGE MIDDLE El Paso | 2.1 mi | 6.2 |
| EL DORADO H S El Paso | 2.1 mi | 6.3 |
| LUJAN-CHAVEZ EL El Paso | 2.2 mi | 6.0 |
| PASO DEL NORTE FINE ARTS ACADEMY El Paso | 2.3 mi | 4.0 |
| SUN COUNTRY MONTESSORI El Paso | 2.5 mi | — |
| EL PASO LEADERSHIP ACADEMY - H S EAST El Paso | 3.1 mi | 2.9 |
| EL PASO LEADERSHIP ACADEMY - MIDDLE EAST El Paso | 3.1 mi | 5.9 |
| HELEN BALL EL El Paso | 3.4 mi | 5.9 |
| JANE A HAMBRIC SCHOOL El Paso | 3.3 mi | 6.6 |
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
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| ELFIDA CHAVEZ EL El Paso, TX | 3.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about James P Butler EL
What grades does James P Butler EL serve?
James P Butler EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend James P Butler EL?
James P Butler EL has an enrollment of approximately 932 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at James P Butler EL?
The student-teacher ratio at James P Butler EL is 25.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does James P Butler EL rank in TX?
James P Butler EL ranks #7,695 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is James P Butler EL's MySchoolScout rating?
James P Butler EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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 James P Butler EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, James P Butler EL has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2024) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2024).
Is James P Butler EL a charter school?
No, James P Butler EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is James P Butler EL a Title I school?
No, James P Butler EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for James P Butler EL?
62.7% of students at James P Butler 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
- 932
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 62.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- El Paso County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.1%
- Phone
- (915) 937-8900
Resources & Links
District
SOCORRO ISD- District Enrollment
- 47,304
- Schools in District
- 51
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,574
- District Rank
- #49 of 50
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