Serving 889 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, General Douglas Macarthur Pk-8 ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is equal to the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher 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 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 889 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
General Douglas Macarthur Pk-8's student population of 889 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
889 students
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
General Douglas Macarthur Pk-8 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 General Douglas Macarthur Pk-8 is 0.22, 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
#3238 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
88%
54%
Black
4%
13%
White
4%
24%
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.3%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is General Douglas Macarthur Pk-8's ranking?
General Douglas Macarthur Pk-8 is ranked #3238 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are General Douglas Macarthur Pk-8 often compared to?
General Douglas Macarthur Pk-8is often viewed alongside schools like Richardson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend General Douglas Macarthur Pk-8?
889 students attend General Douglas Macarthur Pk-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of General Douglas Macarthur Pk-8 students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of General Douglas Macarthur Pk-8?
General Douglas Macarthur Pk-8 has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does General Douglas Macarthur Pk-8 offer ?
General Douglas Macarthur Pk-8 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is General Douglas Macarthur Pk-8 part of?
General Douglas Macarthur Pk-8 is part of El Paso Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is General Douglas Macarthur Pk-8 located?
General Douglas Macarthur Pk-8 is located in the East El Paso neighborhood of El Paso, TX. There are 34 other public schools located in East El Paso.
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