Below Average
#7006 of 8,552 schools in TX
William C Herrera EL
Elementary School · EL PASO ISD
350 COATES DR, EL Paso, TX 79932
Enrollment
535
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
535
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,006 of 8,552
In EL Paso
#168 of 206
public schools
In district
#50 of 73
EL PASO ISD
Equity
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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William C Herrera EL
Elementary School in EL Paso · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About William C Herrera EL
William C Herrera EL is a public elementary school in EL Paso, TX, part of EL PASO ISD. William C Herrera EL serves approximately 535 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. William C Herrera EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #7,006 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for William C Herrera EL show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 5.5
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at William C Herrera 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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William C Herrera EL — Students at William C Herrera EL score 46% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
75%
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: 2.7/10.
How William C Herrera EL Compares
See how William C Herrera 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
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. TIPPIN EL (rated 8.6/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is THE LINGUISTIC ACAD OF EL PASO-CULTURAL DEMO SITE (rated 8.4/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, EL PASO EARLY LEARNING LANGUAGE ACADEMY (rated 8.3/10, 1.2 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 | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| EL PASO ACADEMY WEST El Paso | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| DAVINCI SCHOOL FOR SCIENCE AND THE ARTS El Paso | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| BROWN MIDDLE El Paso | 0.9 mi | 4.4 |
| DON HASKINS PK-8 El Paso | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| FLYING COLORS LEARNING CENTER NO 3 El Paso | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| EL PASO EARLY LEARNING LANGUAGE ACADEMY El Paso | 1.2 mi | 8.3 |
| GUERRERO EL El Paso | 1.4 mi | 5.4 |
| KOHLBERG EL El Paso | 1.4 mi | 7.0 |
| HOWARD BURNHAM EL El Paso | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
| FRANKLIN H S El Paso | 1.6 mi | 6.8 |
| ST MARKS SCHOOL El Paso | 1.9 mi | 5.4 |
| JOSE H DAMIAN EL Canutillo | 1.8 mi | 6.2 |
| CANUTILLO H S Canutillo | 2.1 mi | 6.1 |
| CONGRESSMAN SILVESTRE & CAROLINA SCHOOL Canutillo | 1.9 mi | 8.3 |
| ESCUELA MONTESSORI DEL VALLE El Paso | 2.4 mi | 5.3 |
| NORTHWEST EARLY COLLEGE H S (NWECHS) Canutillo | 2.4 mi | 9.1 |
| ST MATTHEW CATHOLIC SCHOOL El Paso | 2.5 mi | 4.9 |
| THE LINGUISTIC ACAD OF EL PASO-CULTURAL DEMO SITE El Paso | 2.3 mi | 8.4 |
| TIPPIN EL El Paso | 2.5 mi | 8.6 |
| POLK EL El Paso | 2.5 mi | 7.9 |
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
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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 ranks #7,006 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is William C Herrera EL's MySchoolScout rating?
William C Herrera EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 William C Herrera EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, William C Herrera EL has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
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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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
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.2%
- Phone
- (915) 774-7700
Resources & Links
District
EL PASO ISD- District Enrollment
- 49,139
- Schools in District
- 75
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,931
- District Rank
- #50 of 73
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