Below Average
#7210 of 8,552 schools in TX
Rusk EL
Elementary School · EL PASO ISD
3601 COPIA ST, EL Paso, TX 79930
Enrollment
221
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
221
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,210 of 8,552
In EL Paso
#175 of 206
public schools
In district
#53 of 73
EL PASO ISD
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About Rusk EL
Rusk EL is a public elementary school in EL Paso, TX, part of EL PASO ISD. Rusk EL serves approximately 221 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Rusk EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #7,210 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Rusk EL show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 5.5
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at Rusk 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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Rusk EL — Students at Rusk EL score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.5%
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: 3.4/10.
How Rusk EL Compares
See how Rusk 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
3601 COPIA ST, EL Paso, TX 79930
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Rusk EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CLENDENIN EL (rated 7.1/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HILLSIDE EL (rated 6.4/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BLISS EL (rated 6.2/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in EL Paso, see our EL Paso schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| AUSTIN H S El Paso | 0.8 mi | 3.0 |
| CLENDENIN EL El Paso | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| TRAVIS EL El Paso | 0.9 mi | 3.4 |
| CPT GABRIEL NAVARRETE MIDDLE El Paso | 1.0 mi | 3.4 |
| CROCKETT EL El Paso | 1.1 mi | 3.2 |
| BLISS EL El Paso | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| COLDWELL EL El Paso | 1.2 mi | 5.0 |
| RADFORD SCHOOL El Paso | 1.4 mi | 7.7 |
| COLLEGE CAREER TECHNOLOGY ACADEMY (CCTA) El Paso | 1.7 mi | 3.1 |
| TELLES ACADEMY El Paso | 1.7 mi | 5.8 |
| MORENO EL El Paso | 1.8 mi | 4.6 |
| LORETTO ACADEMY El Paso | 1.9 mi | 4.8 |
| HILLSIDE EL El Paso | 1.9 mi | 6.4 |
| YOUNG WOMEN'S STEAM RESEARCH & PREPARATORY ACADEMY El Paso | 2.2 mi | 5.9 |
| COLIN L POWELL EL El Paso | 2.3 mi | 4.7 |
| CHAPIN H S El Paso | 2.4 mi | 5.5 |
| LOGAN EL El Paso | 2.4 mi | 3.5 |
| ZAVALA EL El Paso | 2.6 mi | 5.8 |
| EL PASO LEADERSHIP ACADEMY El Paso | 2.8 mi | 5.8 |
| JEFFERSON H S El Paso | 2.9 mi | 3.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 79930 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$41,826
Median Home Value
$124,000
Median Rent
$909/mo
Population
25,484
College Educated
16.4%
Homeownership
44.9%
Avg Commute
22.3 min
Poverty Rate
29.5%
Median Age
33.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Rusk EL
What grades does Rusk EL serve?
Rusk EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Rusk EL?
Rusk EL has an enrollment of approximately 221 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Rusk EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Rusk EL is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Rusk EL rank in TX?
Rusk EL ranks #7,210 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Rusk EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Rusk EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Rusk EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Rusk EL has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Rusk EL a charter school?
No, Rusk EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Rusk EL a Title I school?
No, Rusk EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Rusk EL?
95.5% of students at Rusk 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
- 221
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- El Paso County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.5%
- Phone
- (915) 236-0475
Resources & Links
District
EL PASO ISD- District Enrollment
- 49,139
- Schools in District
- 75
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,931
- District Rank
- #53 of 73
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