Serving 487 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Jose H Damian Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 487 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jose H Damian Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Jose H Damian Elementary School's student population of 487 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
487 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 22, 2025
School Motto
Tomorrow's Best Today
School Rankings
Jose H Damian 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 Jose H Damian Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#2701 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
95%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
3%
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
50%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
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 Jose H Damian Elementary School's ranking?
Jose H Damian Elementary School is ranked #2701 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Jose H Damian Elementary School often compared to?
Jose H Damian Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gonzalo And Sofia Garcia Elementary School, Congressman Silvestre & Carolina School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Jose H Damian Elementary School?
487 students attend Jose H Damian Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Jose H Damian Elementary School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jose H Damian Elementary School?
Jose H Damian Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jose H Damian Elementary School offer ?
Jose H Damian Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Jose H Damian Elementary School part of?
Jose H Damian Elementary School is part of Canutillo Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Jose H Damian Elementary School located?
Jose H Damian Elementary School is located in the Valley Creek North neighborhood of Canutillo, TX.
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