Needs Improvement
#8074 of 8,552 schools in TX
Josefa L Sambrano EL
Elementary School · SAN ELIZARIO ISD
P O BOX 920, San Elizario, TX 79849
Enrollment
603
Student-Teacher
21.5:1
Score
3.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Enrollment
603
Student-Teacher
21.5:1
Score
3.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#8,074 of 8,552
In San Elizario
#6 of 6
public schools
In district
#6 of 6
SAN ELIZARIO ISD
Equity
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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Josefa L Sambrano EL
Elementary School in San Elizario · grades Kindergarten – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Josefa L Sambrano EL
Josefa L Sambrano EL is a public elementary school in San Elizario, TX, part of SAN ELIZARIO ISD. Josefa L Sambrano EL serves approximately 603 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-2nd, and has a 21.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Josefa L Sambrano EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10 and ranks #8,074 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Josefa L Sambrano EL show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).
- This school 3.4 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.2
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Josefa L Sambrano EL runs 21.5:1 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.
43% of students at Josefa L Sambrano EL 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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Josefa L Sambrano EL — Students at Josefa L Sambrano EL score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX EDFACTS (2018-19)
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.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.1/10.
How Josefa L Sambrano EL Compares
See how Josefa L Sambrano 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
P O BOX 920, San Elizario, TX 79849
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Josefa L Sambrano EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. IDEA RIO VISTA ACADEMY (rated 6.8/10, 6.6 miles away, in nearby Socorro), which scores notably higher. Another option is ERNESTO SERNA FINE ARTS ACADEMY (rated 5.7/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby El Paso), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CAMPESTRE EL (rated 5.7/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby El Paso), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Elizario, see our San Elizario schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LORENZO LOYA PRI San Elizario | 0.1 mi | 4.2 |
| SAN ELIZARIO H S San Elizario | 0.3 mi | 4.3 |
| ALFONSO BORREGO SR EL San Elizario | 1.3 mi | 5.1 |
| CLINT H S El Paso | 1.3 mi | 5.9 |
| CLINT ISD EARLY COLLEGE ACADEMY El Paso | 1.6 mi | 8.7 |
| WM DAVID SURRATT EL El Paso | 1.8 mi | 4.4 |
| CLINT J H SCHOOL El Paso | 1.9 mi | 6.2 |
| L G ALARCON EL San Elizario | 2.1 mi | 4.2 |
| ANN M GARCIA-ENRIQUEZ MIDDLE San Elizario | 2.4 mi | 5.7 |
| ERNESTO SERNA FINE ARTS ACADEMY El Paso | 4.1 mi | 5.7 |
| CAMPESTRE EL El Paso | 4.3 mi | 5.7 |
| ROBERT R ROJAS EL El Paso | 4.6 mi | 4.7 |
| SOCORRO MIDDLE El Paso | 5.5 mi | 4.5 |
| DESERT WIND EL El Paso | 5.7 mi | 5.6 |
| BETHESDA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY El Paso | 5.7 mi | 3.9 |
| ESCONTRIAS STEAM ACADEMY El Paso | 6.5 mi | 4.0 |
| IDEA RIO VISTA ACADEMY Socorro | 6.6 mi | 6.8 |
| IDEA RIO VISTA COLLEGE PREPARATORY Socorro | 6.6 mi | 5.5 |
| H D HILLEY EL El Paso | 6.7 mi | 4.7 |
| SALVADOR SANCHEZ MIDDLE El Paso | 6.6 mi | 4.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 79849 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$45,067
Median Home Value
$104,200
Median Rent
$878/mo
Population
13,582
College Educated
5.1%
Homeownership
71.8%
Avg Commute
33.8 min
Poverty Rate
31.8%
Median Age
28.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Josefa L Sambrano EL
What grades does Josefa L Sambrano EL serve?
Josefa L Sambrano EL serves students in grades Kindergarten through 2nd.
How many students attend Josefa L Sambrano EL?
Josefa L Sambrano EL has an enrollment of approximately 603 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Josefa L Sambrano EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Josefa L Sambrano EL is 21.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Josefa L Sambrano EL rank in TX?
Josefa L Sambrano EL ranks #8,074 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Josefa L Sambrano EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Josefa L Sambrano EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 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 Josefa L Sambrano EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Josefa L Sambrano EL has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).
Is Josefa L Sambrano EL a charter school?
No, Josefa L Sambrano EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Josefa L Sambrano EL a Title I school?
No, Josefa L Sambrano EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Josefa L Sambrano EL?
95.0% of students at Josefa L Sambrano 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
- Kindergarten – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 603
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- El Paso County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 43.4%
- Phone
- (915) 872-3950
Resources & Links
District
SAN ELIZARIO ISD- District Enrollment
- 3,009
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,793
- District Rank
- #6 of 6
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