Very Good
#3145 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 37% in state
John Drugan School
Elementary School · SOCORRO ISD
12451 PELLICANO, EL Paso, TX 79928
Enrollment
982
Student-Teacher
19.6:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
982
Student-Teacher
19.6:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#3,145 of 8,552
In EL Paso
#51 of 206
public schools
In district
#7 of 50
SOCORRO ISD
Equity
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About John Drugan School
John Drugan School is a public elementary school in EL Paso, TX, part of SOCORRO ISD. John Drugan School serves approximately 982 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 19.6:1 student-teacher ratio. John Drugan School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #3,145 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for John Drugan School show 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 5.7
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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John Drugan School — Students at John Drugan School score 66% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
61.3%
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: 7.3/10.
How John Drugan School Compares
See how John Drugan School 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
12451 PELLICANO, EL Paso, TX 79928
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John Drugan School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LOMA VERDE (rated 6.9/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is VISTA DEL FUTURO CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 1.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, MYRTLE COOPER EL (rated 6.1/10, 2.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in EL Paso, see our EL Paso schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SIERRA VISTA STEAM ACADEMY El Paso | 0.9 mi | 5.1 |
| CAPT WALTER E CLARKE MIDDLE El Paso | 1.0 mi | 5.6 |
| HARMONY SCHOOL OF SCIENCE - EL PASO El Paso | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| AMERICAS H S El Paso | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| VISTA DEL FUTURO CHARTER SCHOOL El Paso | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| BEN NARBUTH EL El Paso | 1.4 mi | 5.8 |
| EASTLAKE MIDDLE El Paso | 1.4 mi | 5.8 |
| OPTIONS H S El Paso | 1.8 mi | 5.6 |
| KEYS ACAD El Paso | 1.8 mi | 3.6 |
| LOMA VERDE El Paso | 1.7 mi | 6.9 |
| LIFE CENTER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY El Paso | 2.0 mi | — |
| MYRTLE COOPER EL El Paso | 2.2 mi | 6.1 |
| HELEN BALL EL El Paso | 2.5 mi | 5.9 |
| VISTA DEL SOL ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE El Paso | 2.3 mi | 5.1 |
| MONTWOOD H S El Paso | 2.6 mi | 6.3 |
| EASTLAKE H S El Paso | 2.6 mi | 5.5 |
| EL PASO LEADERSHIP ACADEMY - H S EAST El Paso | 2.8 mi | 2.9 |
| EL PASO LEADERSHIP ACADEMY - MIDDLE EAST El Paso | 2.8 mi | 5.9 |
| SUN COUNTRY MONTESSORI El Paso | 2.9 mi | — |
| WILLIAM D SLIDER MIDDLE El Paso | 2.9 mi | 5.6 |
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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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John Drugan School
What grades does John Drugan School serve?
John Drugan School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend John Drugan School?
John Drugan School has an enrollment of approximately 982 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John Drugan School?
The student-teacher ratio at John Drugan School is 19.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does John Drugan School rank in TX?
John Drugan School ranks #3,145 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is John Drugan School's MySchoolScout rating?
John Drugan School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 John Drugan School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John Drugan School has 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is John Drugan School a charter school?
No, John Drugan School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John Drugan School a Title I school?
No, John Drugan School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John Drugan School?
61.3% of students at John Drugan School 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
- 982
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 50
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 61.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- El Paso County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.6%
- Phone
- (915) 937-6800
Resources & Links
District
SOCORRO ISD- District Enrollment
- 47,304
- Schools in District
- 51
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,574
- District Rank
- #7 of 50
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