Serving 616 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Elfida Chavez Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 616 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Elfida Chavez Elementary School's student population of 616 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
616 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
Elfida Chavez Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elfida Chavez Elementary School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3363 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Hispanic
93%
54%
Black
1%
13%
White
5%
24%
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elfida Chavez Elementary School's ranking?
Elfida Chavez Elementary School is ranked #3363 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Elfida Chavez Elementary School?
616 students attend Elfida Chavez Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Elfida Chavez Elementary School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elfida Chavez Elementary School?
Elfida Chavez Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Elfida Chavez Elementary School offer ?
Elfida Chavez Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Elfida Chavez Elementary School part of?
Elfida Chavez Elementary School is part of Socorro Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Elfida Chavez Elementary School located?
Elfida Chavez Elementary School is located in the East El Paso neighborhood of El Paso, TX. There are 34 other public schools located in East El Paso.
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