Serving 474 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Dolphin Terrace Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (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 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 474 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dolphin Terrace Elementary School's student population of 474 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
474 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Dolphin Terrace 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 Dolphin Terrace Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#2645 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
97%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
1%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dolphin Terrace Elementary School's ranking?
Dolphin Terrace Elementary School is ranked #2645 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Dolphin Terrace Elementary School often compared to?
Dolphin Terrace Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Whitaker Elementary School, Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Dolphin Terrace Elementary School?
474 students attend Dolphin Terrace Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Dolphin Terrace Elementary School students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dolphin Terrace Elementary School?
Dolphin Terrace Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dolphin Terrace Elementary School offer ?
Dolphin Terrace Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Dolphin Terrace Elementary School part of?
Dolphin Terrace Elementary School is part of Ysleta Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Dolphin Terrace Elementary School located?
Dolphin Terrace Elementary School is located in the Dolphin neighborhood of El Paso, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in Dolphin.
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