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#5168 of 8,552 schools in TX
Telles Academy
High School · EL PASO ISD
2851 GRANT AVE BLDG A, EL Paso, TX 79930
Enrollment
45
Student-Teacher
4.5:1
Score
5.8
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
45
Student-Teacher
4.5:1
Score
5.8
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#5,168 of 8,552
In EL Paso
#112 of 206
public schools
In district
#34 of 73
EL PASO ISD
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Telles Academy
Telles Academy is a public high school in EL Paso, TX, part of EL PASO ISD. Telles Academy serves approximately 45 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 4.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Telles Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #5,168 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Telles Academy show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2021) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2021).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 5.5
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 45 students, Telles Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Telles Academy sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 4.5:1 students to teachers, Telles Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Telles Academy — Students at Telles Academy score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 4 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.7/10.
How Telles Academy Compares
See how Telles Academy 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
2851 GRANT AVE BLDG A, EL Paso, TX 79930
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Telles Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. YOUNG WOMEN'S STEAM RESEARCH & PREPARATORY ACADEMY (rated 5.9/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is BOWIE H S (rated 4.1/10, 1.4 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, COLLEGE CAREER TECHNOLOGY ACADEMY (CCTA) (rated 3.1/10), a more accessible option. For more schools in EL Paso, see our EL Paso schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| COLLEGE CAREER TECHNOLOGY ACADEMY (CCTA) El Paso | 0.0 mi | 3.1 |
| MORENO EL El Paso | 0.5 mi | 4.6 |
| YOUNG WOMEN'S STEAM RESEARCH & PREPARATORY ACADEMY El Paso | 0.6 mi | 5.9 |
| CROCKETT EL El Paso | 0.7 mi | 3.2 |
| EL PASO LEADERSHIP ACADEMY El Paso | 1.1 mi | 5.8 |
| AUSTIN H S El Paso | 1.1 mi | 3.0 |
| DOUGLASS EL El Paso | 1.3 mi | 2.4 |
| BOWIE H S El Paso | 1.4 mi | 4.1 |
| LAMAR EL El Paso | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| ABOUT FACE PROGRAM EL El Paso | 1.3 mi | — |
| ZAVALA EL El Paso | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| WIGGS MIDDLE El Paso | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
| COLDWELL EL El Paso | 1.4 mi | 5.0 |
| FIRST PRESBYTERIAN PRESCHOOL El Paso | 1.4 mi | — |
| RUSK EL El Paso | 1.7 mi | 4.3 |
| HILLSIDE EL El Paso | 1.5 mi | 6.4 |
| RADFORD SCHOOL El Paso | 1.6 mi | 7.7 |
| LORETTO ACADEMY El Paso | 1.7 mi | 4.8 |
| CLENDENIN EL El Paso | 2.0 mi | 7.1 |
| FATHER YERMO SCHOOLS El Paso | 1.8 mi | 4.8 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| GATEWAY TECH H S Georgetown, TX | 5.8 |
| HUNTINGTON-SURREY HIGH SCHOOL Austin, TX | 5.8 |
| HOPE ACADEMY La Joya, TX | 5.7 |
| WAXAHACHIE H S OF CHOICE Waxahachie, TX | 5.7 |
| FALLS CAREER H S Marble Falls, TX | 5.9 |
| NORTHEAST CAMPUS San Antonio, TX | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Telles Academy
What grades does Telles Academy serve?
Telles Academy serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Telles Academy?
Telles Academy has an enrollment of approximately 45 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Telles Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Telles Academy is 4.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Telles Academy rank in TX?
Telles Academy ranks #5,168 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Telles Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Telles Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Telles Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Telles Academy has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2021) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2021).
Is Telles Academy a charter school?
No, Telles Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Telles Academy a Title I school?
No, Telles Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Telles Academy?
93.3% of students at Telles 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 45
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.3%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- El Paso County
- Phone
- (915) 236-7800
Resources & Links
District
EL PASO ISD- District Enrollment
- 49,139
- Schools in District
- 75
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,931
- District Rank
- #34 of 73
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