Very Good
#3233 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 38% in state
Rivera EL
Elementary School · EL PASO ISD
6445 ESCONDIDO DR, EL Paso, TX 79912
Enrollment
226
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
226
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#3,233 of 8,552
In EL Paso
#53 of 206
public schools
In district
#11 of 73
EL PASO ISD
Equity
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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Rivera EL
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About Rivera EL
Rivera EL is a public elementary school in EL Paso, TX, part of EL PASO ISD. Rivera EL serves approximately 226 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Rivera EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,233 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Rivera EL show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 5.5
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at Rivera 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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Rivera EL — Students at Rivera EL score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
81%
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: 6.3/10.
How Rivera EL Compares
See how Rivera 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
6445 ESCONDIDO DR, EL Paso, TX 79912
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Rivera EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. TIPPIN EL (rated 8.6/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MARGUERITE J LUNDY EL (rated 8.5/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, EL PASO EARLY LEARNING LANGUAGE ACADEMY (rated 8.3/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in EL Paso, see our EL Paso schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WESTERN HILLS ACADEMY El Paso | 0.7 mi | 5.1 |
| PUTNAM EL El Paso | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| WESTERN HILLS EL El Paso | 0.7 mi | 7.4 |
| POLK EL El Paso | 0.8 mi | 7.9 |
| PREMIER HIGH SCHOOL-EL PASO MESA Lewisville | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| CORONADO H S El Paso | 0.8 mi | 6.6 |
| MONTESSORI LEARNING CENTER El Paso | 0.8 mi | — |
| CHARLES Q MURPHREE PK-8 El Paso | 1.7 mi | 3.1 |
| IDEA MESA HILLS ACADEMY El Paso | 1.9 mi | 7.1 |
| IDEA MESA HILLS COLLEGE PREPARATORY El Paso | 1.9 mi | 7.8 |
| HOWARD BURNHAM EL El Paso | 1.8 mi | 5.9 |
| MARGUERITE J LUNDY EL El Paso | 1.9 mi | 8.5 |
| FRANKLIN H S El Paso | 1.8 mi | 6.8 |
| GREEN EL El Paso | 1.9 mi | 6.5 |
| HORNEDO MIDDLE El Paso | 2.1 mi | 7.5 |
| GUERRERO EL El Paso | 2.0 mi | 5.4 |
| TIPPIN EL El Paso | 2.2 mi | 8.6 |
| PALM TREE ACADEMY El Paso | 2.2 mi | — |
| EL PASO EARLY LEARNING LANGUAGE ACADEMY El Paso | 2.1 mi | 8.3 |
| FLYING COLORS LEARNING CENTER NO 3 El Paso | 2.1 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 79912 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,290
Median Home Value
$248,400
Median Rent
$1,191/mo
Population
79,126
College Educated
48.8%
Homeownership
55.3%
Avg Commute
23.5 min
Poverty Rate
13.3%
Median Age
33.5
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| BROOKELAND EL Brookeland, TX | 7.0 |
| EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Brownsville, TX | 7.0 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Denton, TX | 7.0 |
| KIMBALL EL Mesquite, TX | 7.0 |
| MISSION VALLEY EL Victoria, TX | 7.0 |
| SEADRIFT SCHOOL Seadrift, TX | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Rivera EL
What grades does Rivera EL serve?
Rivera EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Rivera EL?
Rivera EL has an enrollment of approximately 226 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Rivera EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Rivera EL is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Rivera EL rank in TX?
Rivera EL ranks #3,233 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Rivera EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Rivera EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Rivera EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Rivera EL has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Rivera EL a charter school?
No, Rivera EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Rivera EL a Title I school?
No, Rivera EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Rivera EL?
81.0% of students at Rivera 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
- 226
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 81.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- El Paso County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.1%
- Phone
- (915) 236-3700
Resources & Links
District
EL PASO ISD- District Enrollment
- 49,139
- Schools in District
- 75
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,931
- District Rank
- #11 of 73
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