Serving 1,405 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 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% 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: 1,405 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- 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 1,405 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 92 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
1,405 students
Total Classroom Teachers
92 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 0.24, 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
15:1
14:1
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
87%
54%
Black
1%
13%
White
10%
24%
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.1%
23%
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
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 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?
1,405 students attend Don Haskins Pk-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Don Haskins Pk-8 students are Hispanic, 10% 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 15:1, 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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