Serving 1,507 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Don Haskins Pk-8 ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is lower 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 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,507 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Don Haskins Pk-8's student population of 1,507 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 97 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
1,507 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
97 teachers
School Rankings
Don Haskins Pk-8 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Don Haskins Pk-8 is 0.25, 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
#4305 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
86%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
11%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Don Haskins Pk-8's ranking?
Don Haskins Pk-8 is ranked #4305 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% 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 Don Haskins Pk-8?
1,507 students attend Don Haskins Pk-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Don Haskins Pk-8 students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Don Haskins Pk-8?
Don Haskins Pk-8 has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Don Haskins Pk-8 offer ?
Don Haskins Pk-8 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Don Haskins Pk-8 part of?
Don Haskins Pk-8 is part of El Paso Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Don Haskins Pk-8 located?
Don Haskins Pk-8 is located in the Lindberg neighborhood of El Paso, TX.
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