DESERT WIND EL
DESERT WIND EL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the SOCORRO ISD school district, located in EL PASO, TX with about 899 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 58 teachers, DESERT WIND EL has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Desert Wind School is a public PK-8 institution located in El Paso, Texas, serving as part of the Socorro Independent School District (SISD). Known for its commitment to academic excellence and student development, the school fosters a comprehensive learning environment that supports children from early childhood through their middle school years. By offering a continuous educational pathway, Desert Wind aims to build a strong foundation for students, emphasizing both rigorous academics and personal growth as they transition from elementary to middle school grades.
The school is deeply integrated into the SISD community, reflecting the district’s focus on innovative technology, student leadership, and community involvement. With a dedicated faculty and staff, Desert Wind utilizes the resources and curriculum standards provided by the district to prepare students for high school success. Families interested in the school’s specific programs, athletic offerings, or enrollment details can find extensive information on the official school website at [http://www.sisd.net](http://www.sisd.net).
For more information, contact DESERT WIND EL at (915) 937-7800 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
EL PASO, TX 79928
(915) 937-7800
http://www.sisd.net
DESERT WIND EL is a public Title I school in EL PASO, TX with about 899 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Texas
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- SOCORRO ISD
- Total Students:
- 899
- Teachers:
- 58.35
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I schoolwide school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 899 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending DESERT WIND EL is predominantly Hispanic/Latino, representing about 99% of the student body.
- Hispanic/Latino
- 98.7%
- White
- 0.8%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.2%
- Black or African American
- 0.1%
- Two or more races
- 0.1%
- Asian
- 0.1%
- Female
- 51.8%
- Male
- 48.2%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.