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.
EL PASO, TX 79907
(915) 434-8900
http://ysletaes.yisd.net
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
- 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
* 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 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.