- DR SUE A SHOOK SCHOOL — Grades PK–5 · 1,167 students
- SGT JOSE F CARRASCO EL — Grades PK–5 · 1,067 students
- BEN NARBUTH EL — Grades PK–5 · 1,054 students
- MISSION RIDGE — Grades PK–5 · 1,052 students
- CACTUS TRAILS — Grades PK–5 · 1,006 students
- HORIZON HEIGHTS EL — Grades PK–5 · 947 students
- LUJAN-CHAVEZ EL — Grades PK–5 · 923 students
- PURPLE HEART EL — Grades PK–5 · 914 students
- JAMES P BUTLER EL — Grades PK–5 · 884 students
- PASO DEL NORTE FINE ARTS ACADEMY — Grades PK–5 · 862 students
- ESCONTRIAS STEAM ACADEMY — Grades PK–5 · 824 students
- CHESTER E JORDAN — Grades PK–5 · 755 students
- O'SHEA KELEHER WHOLE CHILD ACADEMY — Grades PK–5 · 672 students
- LOMA VERDE — Grades PK–5 · 661 students
- SGT ROBERTO ITUARTE — Grades PK–5 · 659 students
- SIERRA VISTA STEAM ACADEMY — Grades PK–5 · 622 students
- ELFIDA CHAVEZ EL — Grades PK–5 · 616 students
- HELEN BALL EL — Grades PK–5 · 576 students
- HUECO EL — Grades PK–5 · 573 students
- MYRTLE COOPER EL — Grades PK–5 · 550 students
- VISTA DEL SOL ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE — Grades PK–5 · 505 students
- ROBERT R ROJAS EL — Grades PK–5 · 490 students
- CAMPESTRE EL — Grades PK–5 · 488 students
- H D HILLEY EL — Grades PK–5 · 483 students
- BENITO MARTINEZ EL — Grades PK–5 · 470 students
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- COL JOHN O ENSOR MIDDLE — Grades 6–8 · 1,070 students
- SSG MANUEL R PUENTES — Grades 6–8 · 1,031 students
- SUN RIDGE MIDDLE — Grades 6–8 · 978 students
- EASTLAKE MIDDLE — Grades 6–8 · 787 students
- SPEC RAFAEL HERNANDO MIDDLE — Grades 6–8 · 707 students
- HURSHEL ANTWINE MIDDLE — Grades 6–8 · 701 students
- CAPT WALTER E CLARKE MIDDLE — Grades 6–8 · 670 students
- WILLIAM D SLIDER MIDDLE — Grades 6–8 · 627 students
- MONTWOOD MIDDLE — Grades 6–8 · 597 students
- SALVADOR SANCHEZ MIDDLE — Grades 6–8 · 544 students
- SOCORRO MIDDLE — Grades 6–8 · 510 students
- EASTLAKE H S — Grades 9–12 · 3,004 students
- PEBBLE HILLS H S — Grades 9–12 · 2,952 students
- SOCORRO H S — Grades 9–12 · 2,579 students
- MONTWOOD H S — Grades 9–12 · 2,499 students
- EL DORADO H S — Grades 9–12 · 2,109 students
- AMERICAS H S — Grades 9–12 · 2,049 students
- MISSION EARLY COLLEGE H S — Grades 9–12 · 410 students
- OPTIONS H S — Grades 9–12 · 136 students
- JJAEP — Grades 11–11 · 2 students
- JOHN DRUGAN SCHOOL — Grades PK–8 · 990 students
- ERNESTO SERNA FINE ARTS ACADEMY — Grades K–8 · 831 students
- BILL SYBERT SCHOOL — Grades PK–8 · 748 students
- JANE A HAMBRIC SCHOOL — Grades PK–8 · 740 students
- DESERT WIND EL — Grades PK–8 · 521 students
- KEYS ACAD — Grades 6–12 · 56 students
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| Metric | Socorro Independent School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 47,843 | 3,700 | Much larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 51 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $10,195/yr | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 7/10 — Good | — | Above average |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Socorro Independent School District (this district) | 7/10 | 64th | 47,843 |
| Ysleta Independent School District | 7/10 | 65th | 36,183 |
| El Paso Independent School District | 5/10 | 45th | 50,031 |
| Fort Hancock Independent School District | 1/10 | 9th | — |
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Ranked against 1156 rated districts in TX → 64th percentile → 7/10.
Source: Texas Education Agency STAAR, grades 3–8 Reading & Math (Meets Grade Level), 2023. Full methodology →
About Socorro Independent School District
Socorro Independent School District is the public school district assigned to zip code 79936 in Socorro, Texas. Serving students from Pre-K – 12th, this district is the primary public education system for families living in and around zip code 79936. The sections below cover the district’s resources, scale, rating, and everything families need to know about enrollment and school assignment.
Understanding the 7/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Socorro Independent School District 7 out of 10 — above average among Texas public school districts. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in Texas’ STAAR grades 3–8 Reading & Math assessments (2023 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because Texas is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Socorro Independent School District earns an above-average rating, with reading and math proficiency rates stronger than most other districts in Texas. Above-average districts generally show solid and consistent academic results across their schools. Families considering this area will find a district with meaningful academic strengths. Research the specific schools assigned to your address — even above-average districts have variation between individual buildings.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 79936
Children in zip code 79936 are assigned to Socorro Independent School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 79936, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Socorro Independent School District at (915)937-0000 or visit www.sisd.net. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Texas districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in El Paso
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Socorro Independent School District serves zip code 79936, homes in and around zip code 79936 often carry a measurable premium over comparable properties in adjacent lower-rated districts. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Texas, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Socorro Independent School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 79936.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Socorro Independent School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 79936 data.