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William C Herrera EL

Elementary School · EL PASO ISD

350 COATES DR, EL Paso, TX 79932

Last updated: May 2026

Enrollment

535

Student-Teacher

14.5:1

Score

3.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Enrollment

535

Student-Teacher

14.5:1

Score

3.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Updated
2022-23

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In EL Paso

#167 of 206

public schools

Texas elementary schools

#4,425 of 4,678

In district

#68 of 73

EL PASO ISD

School environment

7.0 / 10

Strong

About William C Herrera EL

William C Herrera Elementary is an elementary school in El Paso, Texas, serving a diverse community of students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade. With an enrollment of 535 students and a student-teacher ratio of 14.5:1, the school offers personalized attention to help each child succeed. The teaching staff consists of 37 full-time equivalent educators who are dedicated to fostering a nurturing environment where young minds can grow.

Academically, William C Herrera Elementary has room for improvement, as reflected in its MySchoolScout rating of 2.6 out of 10 and a state ranking of #8081 out of 8598 schools in Texas (6th percentile). The school's academic score is 2.3/10, with 34% of students proficient or above in ELA/Reading and 31% proficient or above in Math. These scores indicate that while there are challenges, the school remains committed to student development and continuous improvement.

Located in a large city setting, William C Herrera Elementary is situated at 350 Coates Drive, where it serves as an integral part of the local community, providing educational support for its students and their families.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics

Student Progress2.2Needs Improvement50%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data2

Annual Change-12.75 pts/yr

Data Period2019–2021

TrendDeclining

Academics3.0Fair30%

Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.

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Math Proficiency12%

Reading/ELA Proficiency27%

Overall Proficiency20%

Expected (poverty-adj.)33%

vs. Expected-13.1 pts

Adjusted Percentile12th

College Readiness—Not Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment7.0Very Good20%

Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.

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Student-Teacher Ratio14.5:1

Per-Pupil Spending$12,216

William C Herrera EL — Students at William C Herrera EL score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

75%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 31.0%

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 33.5%

School

State

N/A

Based on 4 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2019

Math

50%

ELA

40%

2021*

Math

12%

ELA

27%

* 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: 2.2/10.

How William C Herrera EL Compares

See how William C Herrera EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

3.4/10

3th percentile in TX

Academic

3.0/10

Growth

2.2/10

Below average

Environment

7.0/10

Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

75%

Teaching Staff

15:1 student-teacher ratio

37 teachers

Performance Trends

Math proficiency has declined from 50% (2019) to 12% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 40% (2019) to 27% (2021).

Location

350 COATES DR, EL Paso, TX 79932

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering William C Herrera EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. EL PASO EARLY LEARNING LANGUAGE ACADEMY (rated 7.6/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is FLYING COLORS LEARNING CENTER NO 3 (rated 6.9/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, POLK EL (rated 6.3/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in EL Paso, see our EL Paso schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
EL PASO ACADEMY WEST El Paso	0.7 mi	141	5.7
DAVINCI SCHOOL FOR SCIENCE AND THE ARTS El Paso	0.8 mi	965	5.4
BROWN MIDDLE El Paso	0.9 mi	712	4.6
DON HASKINS PK-8 El Paso	1.3 mi	1,507	5.8
FLYING COLORS LEARNING CENTER NO 3 El Paso	1.2 mi	59	6.9
EL PASO EARLY LEARNING LANGUAGE ACADEMY El Paso	1.2 mi	124	7.6
GUERRERO EL El Paso	1.4 mi	381	4.0
KOHLBERG EL El Paso	1.4 mi	460	4.8
HOWARD BURNHAM EL El Paso	1.5 mi	316	3.8
FRANKLIN H S El Paso	1.6 mi	3,048	7.3
ST MARKS SCHOOL El Paso	1.9 mi	370	5.4
JOSE H DAMIAN EL Canutillo	1.8 mi	487	5.9
CANUTILLO H S Canutillo	2.1 mi	1,541	6.1
CONGRESSMAN SILVESTRE & CAROLINA SCHOOL Canutillo	1.9 mi	580	5.6
ESCUELA MONTESSORI DEL VALLE El Paso	2.4 mi	36	5.3
NORTHWEST EARLY COLLEGE H S (NWECHS) Canutillo	2.4 mi	371	6.7
ST MATTHEW CATHOLIC SCHOOL El Paso	2.5 mi	164	4.9
THE LINGUISTIC ACAD OF EL PASO-CULTURAL DEMO SITE El Paso	2.3 mi	378	4.3
TIPPIN EL El Paso	2.5 mi	732	6.0
POLK EL El Paso	2.5 mi	640	6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 79932 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$76,789

Median Home Value

$253,300

Median Rent

$1,042/mo

Population

29,524

College Educated

42.7%

Homeownership

72.1%

Avg Commute

27.7 min

Poverty Rate

11.6%

Median Age

35.8

Community Profile

The community surrounding William C Herrera EL has a median household income of $76,789. It is a well-educated community where 43% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $253,300, with a median rent of $1,042/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.6%. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about William C Herrera EL

What grades does William C Herrera EL serve?

William C Herrera EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend William C Herrera EL?

William C Herrera EL has an enrollment of approximately 535 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at William C Herrera EL?

The student-teacher ratio at William C Herrera EL is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does William C Herrera EL rank in TX?

William C Herrera EL is ranked #8269 out of 8,547 schools in TX.

What is William C Herrera EL's MySchoolScout rating?

William C Herrera EL has a composite rating of 3.4 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at William C Herrera EL?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, William C Herrera EL has 31.0% math proficiency and 33.5% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is William C Herrera EL a charter school?

No, William C Herrera EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is William C Herrera EL a Title I school?

No, William C Herrera EL is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for William C Herrera EL?

75.0% of students at William C Herrera 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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Neighborhood Context

City Safety: High (1,783/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (EL Paso). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades: Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment: 535
Student-Teacher Ratio: 14.5:1
Teachers (FTE): 37
Free/Reduced Lunch: 75.0%
Type: regular
Setting: Large City
County: El Paso County
Phone: (915) 774-7700
Data Year: 2023–2024

Resources & Links

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District

EL PASO ISD

District Enrollment: 49,139
Schools in District: 75
Per-Pupil Spending: $12,931
District Rank: #68 of 73

Other Schools in This District

HAWKINS EL 9.2 SILVA HEALTH MAGNET 7.9 WHITAKER EL 7.9 ZACH WHITE EL 7.9 CHAPIN H S 7.3

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Data sources

NCES CCDSY 2022-23 TX EDFACTS2020-21 NCES EdFacts2019–2022 Census ACS2019-2023 AI description MySchoolScout Rankings2024 Full details →

William C Herrera EL

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About William C Herrera EL

Score Breakdown

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Test Scores TX EDFACTS (2020-21)

Proficiency Trend

How William C Herrera EL Compares

Funding & Resources

Performance Trends

Location

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Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Community Profile

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