Daep serves 30 students in grades 7-12.
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 30 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Daep ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Daep's student population of 30 students has grown by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
30 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Motto
Our school community will enable and inspire all students to achieve academic excellence preparing them for college, career and life.
School Rankings
The diversity score of Daep is 0.18, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
American Indian
10%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
90%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
n/a
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
4%
6%
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 Daep?
30 students attend Daep.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Daep students are Hispanic, and 10% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Daep?
Daep has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Daep offer ?
Daep offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Daep part of?
Daep is part of Eagle Pass Independent School District.
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