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#6326 of 8,552 schools in TX
Purple Heart EL
Elementary School · SOCORRO ISD
14400 GR CAMPUZANO DR, EL Paso, TX 79938
Enrollment
946
Student-Teacher
23.1:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
946
Student-Teacher
23.1:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#6,326 of 8,552
In EL Paso
#145 of 206
public schools
In district
#39 of 50
SOCORRO ISD
Equity
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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About Purple Heart EL
Purple Heart EL is a public elementary school in EL Paso, TX, part of SOCORRO ISD. Purple Heart EL serves approximately 946 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 23.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Purple Heart EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #6,326 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Purple Heart EL show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- District avg 5.7
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Purple Heart EL runs 23.1:1 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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Purple Heart EL — Students at Purple Heart EL score 47% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
75.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 18 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: 5.1/10.
How Purple Heart EL Compares
See how Purple Heart 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
14400 GR CAMPUZANO DR, EL Paso, TX 79938
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Purple Heart EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CACTUS TRAILS (rated 8.2/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is IDEA EDGEMERE ACADEMY (rated 7.9/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SGT ROBERTO ITUARTE (rated 7.5/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in EL Paso, see our EL Paso schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HURSHEL ANTWINE MIDDLE El Paso | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| CHESTER E JORDAN El Paso | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
| SPEC RAFAEL HERNANDO MIDDLE El Paso | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
| SGT ROBERTO ITUARTE El Paso | 1.6 mi | 7.5 |
| EL DORADO H S El Paso | 1.8 mi | 6.3 |
| SSG MANUEL R PUENTES El Paso | 2.0 mi | 5.6 |
| JAMES P BUTLER EL El Paso | 2.0 mi | 3.9 |
| PASO DEL NORTE FINE ARTS ACADEMY El Paso | 2.4 mi | 4.0 |
| PEBBLE HILLS H S El Paso | 2.7 mi | 5.7 |
| CACTUS TRAILS El Paso | 2.6 mi | 8.2 |
| JANE A HAMBRIC SCHOOL El Paso | 2.6 mi | 6.6 |
| SUN RIDGE MIDDLE El Paso | 3.0 mi | 6.2 |
| LUJAN-CHAVEZ EL El Paso | 3.0 mi | 6.0 |
| SUN COUNTRY MONTESSORI El Paso | 3.2 mi | — |
| IDEA EDGEMERE COLLEGE PREPARATORY Weslaco | 2.9 mi | 6.0 |
| IDEA EDGEMERE ACADEMY El Paso | 2.9 mi | 7.9 |
| ELFIDA CHAVEZ EL El Paso | 3.3 mi | 3.9 |
| MONTWOOD MIDDLE El Paso | 3.3 mi | 5.6 |
| EL PASO LEADERSHIP ACADEMY - H S EAST El Paso | 3.6 mi | 2.9 |
| EL PASO LEADERSHIP ACADEMY - MIDDLE EAST El Paso | 3.6 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 79938 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,801
Median Home Value
$199,700
Median Rent
$1,433/mo
Population
97,851
College Educated
27.6%
Homeownership
81.2%
Avg Commute
29.9 min
Poverty Rate
11.2%
Median Age
29.5
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| ARMSTRONG EL Conroe, TX | 5.1 |
| BONHAM ACADEMY San Antonio, TX | 5.1 |
| CADDO GROVE EL Joshua, TX | 5.1 |
| CENIZA HILLS EL Del Rio, TX | 5.1 |
| CLEAR SPRING EL New Braunfels, TX | 5.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Purple Heart EL
What grades does Purple Heart EL serve?
Purple Heart EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Purple Heart EL?
Purple Heart EL has an enrollment of approximately 946 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Purple Heart EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Purple Heart EL is 23.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Purple Heart EL rank in TX?
Purple Heart EL ranks #6,326 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Purple Heart EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Purple Heart EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Purple Heart EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Purple Heart EL has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024).
Is Purple Heart EL a charter school?
No, Purple Heart EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Purple Heart EL a Title I school?
No, Purple Heart EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Purple Heart EL?
75.1% of students at Purple Heart 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
- 946
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 75.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- El Paso County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.7%
- Phone
- (915) 938-2200
Resources & Links
District
SOCORRO ISD- District Enrollment
- 47,304
- Schools in District
- 51
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,574
- District Rank
- #39 of 50
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