School Overview
Parkland High School, located in the Northeast area of El Paso, Texas, is a prominent secondary institution within the Ysleta Independent School District (YISD). Serving a diverse student population, the school is known for its strong emphasis on both academic achievement and extracurricular engagement. The campus environment is designed to foster student success through a wide range of programs, including rigorous Advanced Placement (AP) courses, career and technical education (CTE) pathways, and a variety of athletics and student organizations that encourage community involvement and school spirit.

Beyond its academic offerings, Parkland High School is a central pillar of its community, often recognized for its efforts to prepare students for post-secondary success, whether that be in higher education, the workforce, or the military. The school promotes a culture of "Matador Pride," reflecting its commitment to inclusivity, student development, and preparing the next generation of leaders in the El Paso region. By leveraging the resources of the YISD network, Parkland provides its students with a supportive learning environment aimed at achieving both personal and professional milestones.
1,674
Total Students
108.2
Full-Time Teachers
15.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
71.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for PARKLAND H S
Demographic Student Count
White84
Hispanic1,477
Black70
Asian11
Two or More13
American Indian4
Pacific Islander15
  • Hispanic
    1,477 (88.2 %)
  • White
    84 (5.0 %)
  • Black
    70 (4.2 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    15 (0.9 %)
  • Two or More
    13 (0.8 %)
  • Asian
    11 (0.7 %)
  • American Indian
    4 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: N/A
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: YSLETA ISD
Phone: (915)434-6000
Website: http://parkland.yisd.net
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,674
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 108.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 15.5
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 1,089
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 109
Grades Taught
Grade 9 566
Grade 10 424
Grade 11 363
Grade 12 321

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for PARKLAND H S
Grade Student Count
Grade 9566
Grade 10424
Grade 11363
Grade 12321
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for PARKLAND H S
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female80648.1%
Male86851.9%
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