YSLETA EL

YSLETA EL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the YSLETA ISD school district, located in EL PASO, TX with about 511 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th 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 34 teachers, YSLETA 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.

YSLETA ELementary School is a public school located in the heart of El Paso, Texas, and serves as a foundational institution within the Ysleta Independent School District (YISD). Situated on Dorbandt Circle, the school is deeply rooted in a community with a rich history, reflecting the district’s long-standing commitment to providing educational opportunities to the diverse population of the region. As part of YISD, the school focuses on creating a supportive learning environment that emphasizes core academic achievement, social-emotional development, and the cultivation of essential life skills for its elementary-age students.

The school’s mission aligns with the broader goals of the district, which prioritizes college and career readiness even at the primary level. By utilizing a blend of traditional instruction and modern educational resources, YSLETA ELementary aims to engage students through various programs that cater to diverse learning styles. The campus is known for fostering a collaborative spirit among teachers, students, and families, striving to create a safe, inclusive space that empowers children to succeed both inside and outside the classroom.

For more information, contact YSLETA EL at (915) 434-8900 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

8624 DORBANDT CIR
EL PASO, TX 79907
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YSLETA EL is a public Title I school in EL PASO, TX with about 511 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Texas

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
YSLETA ISD
Total Students:
511
Teachers:
34.78
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
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* 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.

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School Demographics for 511 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending YSLETA EL is predominantly Hispanic/Latino, representing about 99% of the student body.

Hispanic/Latino
99.4%
White
0.4%
Black or African American
0.2%

Female
44.2%
Male
55.8%

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.