Bobby Joe Hill Pk-8 serves 620 students in grades Prekindergarten-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 620 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bobby Joe Hill Pk-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Bobby Joe Hill Pk-8's student population of 620 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
620 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Bobby Joe Hill Pk-8 is 0.21, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
89%
53%
Black
4%
13%
White
5%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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
How many students attend Bobby Joe Hill Pk-8?
620 students attend Bobby Joe Hill Pk-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Bobby Joe Hill Pk-8 students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bobby Joe Hill Pk-8?
Bobby Joe Hill Pk-8 has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bobby Joe Hill Pk-8 offer ?
Bobby Joe Hill Pk-8 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Bobby Joe Hill Pk-8 part of?
Bobby Joe Hill Pk-8 is part of El Paso Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Bobby Joe Hill Pk-8 located?
Bobby Joe Hill Pk-8 is located in the Sun Valley West neighborhood of El Paso, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in Sun Valley West.
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