Below Average
#845 of 883 private schools in TX
Lydia Patterson Institute
High School
517 S FLORENCE ST, EL Paso, TX 79901
Enrollment
250
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
4.0
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
250
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
4.0
Grades
7th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Texas private schools
#845 of 883
In EL Paso
#23 of 24
public schools
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About Lydia Patterson Institute
Lydia Patterson Institute is a private high school in EL Paso, TX. Lydia Patterson Institute serves approximately 250 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Lydia Patterson Institute has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #845 of 883 private schools in TX.
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Lydia Patterson Institute is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in TX.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in TX
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
517 S FLORENCE ST, EL Paso, TX 79901
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lydia Patterson Institute may also want to explore other high schools in the area. EL PASO H S (rated 6.3/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is YOUNG WOMEN'S STEAM RESEARCH & PREPARATORY ACADEMY (rated 5.9/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, TELLES ACADEMY (rated 5.8/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in EL Paso, see our EL Paso schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LA FE PREPARATORY SCHOOL El Paso | 0.1 mi | 4.7 |
| AOY EL El Paso | 0.3 mi | 4.0 |
| HART EL El Paso | 0.5 mi | 3.1 |
| GUILLEN MIDDLE El Paso | 0.6 mi | 2.6 |
| TRIUMPH PUBLIC HIGH SCHOOLS-EL PASO WEST El Paso | 0.7 mi | 4.3 |
| ST PATRICK CATHEDRAL SCHOOL El Paso | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| CATHEDRAL HIGH SCHOOL El Paso | 1.1 mi | 4.6 |
| EL PASO COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL El Paso | 1.2 mi | 6.4 |
| WIGGS MIDDLE El Paso | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
| EL PASO H S El Paso | 1.3 mi | 6.3 |
| DOUGLASS EL El Paso | 1.3 mi | 2.4 |
| EL PASO LEADERSHIP ACADEMY El Paso | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| LAMAR EL El Paso | 1.5 mi | 5.8 |
| ABOUT FACE PROGRAM EL El Paso | 1.5 mi | — |
| FIRST PRESBYTERIAN PRESCHOOL El Paso | 1.6 mi | — |
| BOWIE H S El Paso | 1.6 mi | 4.1 |
| YOUNG WOMEN'S STEAM RESEARCH & PREPARATORY ACADEMY El Paso | 1.9 mi | 5.9 |
| MORENO EL El Paso | 2.3 mi | 4.6 |
| COLLEGE CAREER TECHNOLOGY ACADEMY (CCTA) El Paso | 2.4 mi | 3.1 |
| TELLES ACADEMY El Paso | 2.4 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 79901 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$13,984
Median Home Value
$93,100
Median Rent
$517/mo
Population
8,321
College Educated
7.5%
Homeownership
7.7%
Avg Commute
34 min
Poverty Rate
54.9%
Median Age
46.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lydia Patterson Institute
What grades does Lydia Patterson Institute serve?
Lydia Patterson Institute serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend Lydia Patterson Institute?
Lydia Patterson Institute has an enrollment of approximately 250 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lydia Patterson Institute?
The student-teacher ratio at Lydia Patterson Institute is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Lydia Patterson Institute rank in TX?
Lydia Patterson Institute ranks #845 of 883 private schools in TX.
What is Lydia Patterson Institute's MySchoolScout rating?
Lydia Patterson Institute has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Lydia Patterson Institute a private school?
Yes, Lydia Patterson Institute is a private coeducational school with a Methodist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Lydia Patterson Institute a religious school?
Lydia Patterson Institute has a Methodist religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 250
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Methodist
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- El Paso County
- Phone
- (915) 533-8286
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