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O'shea Keleher Whole Child Academy

Elementary School · SOCORRO ISD

1800 LEROY BONSE DR, EL Paso, TX 79936

Enrollment

706

Student-Teacher

20.2:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#5,567 of 8,552

In EL Paso

#122 of 206

public schools

In district

#26 of 50

SOCORRO ISD

Equity

8.0 / 10

Excellent

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5.6/10

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About O'shea Keleher Whole Child Academy

O'shea Keleher Whole Child Academy is a public elementary school in EL Paso, TX, part of SOCORRO ISD. O'shea Keleher Whole Child Academy serves approximately 706 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 20.2:1 student-teacher ratio. O'shea Keleher Whole Child Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #5,567 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for O'shea Keleher Whole Child Academy show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • District avg 5.7
  • TX avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

O'shea Keleher Whole Child Academy runs 20.2:1 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.4Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.94 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.6Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency45% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency52% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg+1.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-2.3 pts
Overall Proficiency49% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+8.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile64th
Resources & Environment3.0Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio20.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,574
Chronic Absenteeism8.8%

O'shea Keleher Whole Child Academy — Students at O'shea Keleher Whole Child Academy score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

80.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 63.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 68.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
90%
ELA
88%
2010
Math
88%
ELA
86%
2011
Math
89%
ELA
94%
2012
Math
76%
ELA
83%
2013
Math
78%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
78%
ELA
83%
2015
Math
90%
ELA
91%
2016
Math
87%
ELA
86%
2017
Math
60%
ELA
55%
2018
Math
61%
ELA
59%
2019
Math
61%
ELA
59%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
29.8%
ELA
59.4%
2024
Math
45%
ELA
52%

* 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: 5.4/10.

How O'shea Keleher Whole Child Academy Compares

See how O'shea Keleher Whole Child Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.6/10
35th percentile in TX
Academic
7.6/10
Very Good
Growth
5.4/10
Average
Environment
3.0/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
81%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
35 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
8.8%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1800 LEROY BONSE DR, EL Paso, TX 79936

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering O'shea Keleher Whole Child Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GLEN COVE EL (rated 8.6/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is TIERRA DEL SOL EL (rated 8.2/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PEBBLE HILLS EL (rated 8.2/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in EL Paso, see our EL Paso schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
WILLIAM D SLIDER MIDDLE El Paso 0.3 mi 5.6
BENITO MARTINEZ EL El Paso 0.8 mi 5.6
MONTWOOD H S El Paso 0.8 mi 6.3
VISTA DEL SOL ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE El Paso 1.0 mi 5.1
MONTWOOD MIDDLE El Paso 1.2 mi 5.6
TRIUMPH PUBLIC HIGH SCHOOLS-EL PASO EAST El Paso 1.2 mi 5.2
HELEN BALL EL El Paso 1.1 mi 5.9
ELFIDA CHAVEZ EL El Paso 1.3 mi 3.9
TIERRA DEL SOL EL El Paso 1.1 mi 8.2
EL PASO LEADERSHIP ACADEMY - H S EAST El Paso 1.2 mi 2.9
EL PASO LEADERSHIP ACADEMY - MIDDLE EAST El Paso 1.2 mi 5.9
MYRTLE COOPER EL El Paso 1.7 mi 6.1
BILL SYBERT SCHOOL El Paso 1.8 mi 6.6
HANKS MIDDLE El Paso 1.7 mi 8.7
VISTA DEL FUTURO CHARTER SCHOOL El Paso 1.7 mi 6.4
GLEN COVE EL El Paso 1.8 mi 8.6
J M HANKS H S El Paso 1.8 mi 7.5
EL PASO ADVENTIST JUNIOR ACADEMY El Paso 2.2 mi 5.2
PEBBLE HILLS EL El Paso 2.1 mi 8.2
JANE A HAMBRIC SCHOOL El Paso 2.2 mi 6.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 79936 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$64,958

Median Home Value

$169,500

Median Rent

$1,214/mo

Population

104,427

College Educated

27.7%

Homeownership

67.5%

Avg Commute

22.9 min

Poverty Rate

13.1%

Median Age

35.4

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CARSON EL Decatur, TX 5.6
CESAR CHAVEZ LEARNING CENTER Dallas, TX 5.6
COPPERFIELD EL Austin, TX 5.6
DAFFRON EL Plano, TX 5.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about O'shea Keleher Whole Child Academy

What grades does O'shea Keleher Whole Child Academy serve?

O'shea Keleher Whole Child Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend O'shea Keleher Whole Child Academy?

O'shea Keleher Whole Child Academy has an enrollment of approximately 706 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at O'shea Keleher Whole Child Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at O'shea Keleher Whole Child Academy is 20.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does O'shea Keleher Whole Child Academy rank in TX?

O'shea Keleher Whole Child Academy ranks #5,567 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is O'shea Keleher Whole Child Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

O'shea Keleher Whole Child Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 O'shea Keleher Whole Child Academy?

Based on loaded state assessment records, O'shea Keleher Whole Child Academy has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is O'shea Keleher Whole Child Academy a charter school?

No, O'shea Keleher Whole Child Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is O'shea Keleher Whole Child Academy a Title I school?

No, O'shea Keleher Whole Child Academy is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for O'shea Keleher Whole Child Academy?

80.5% of students at O'shea Keleher Whole Child Academy 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
60 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
29 Some Transit
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
706
Student-Teacher Ratio
20.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Free/Reduced Lunch
80.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
El Paso County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
8.8%

District

SOCORRO ISD
District Enrollment
47,304
Schools in District
51
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,574
District Rank
#26 of 50

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