The mission of St. Pius X School is to educate and prepare students as disciples of Jesus based on solid Catholic traditions and Gospel values; and to foster the integral education and development of our students and the school community within the richness of our border reality.
The guiding philosophy of St. Pius X School is to provide a safe and caring environment in which optimum learning can take place.
In this atmosphere, students are encouraged to develop in the spiritual, emotional, intellectual, physical and artistic domains.
Basic to the educational program at St. Pius X is a deep conviction that each child is an unique individual.
Therefore, the school seeks to provide conditions in which each child's needs can be addressed.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 213 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. Pius X Grade School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
213 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
98%
State avg.: 41%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- The mission of St. Pius X School is to educate and prepare students as disciples of Jesus based on solid Catholic traditions and Gospel values; and to foster the integral education and development of our students and the school community within the richness of our border reality. The guiding philosophy of St. Pius X School is to provide a safe and caring environment in which optimum learning can take place. In this atmosphere, students are encouraged to develop in the spiritual, emotional, intellectual, physical and artistic domains. Basic to the educational program at St. Pius X is a deep conviction that each child is an unique individual. Therefore, the school seeks to provide conditions in which each child's needs can be addressed.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for St. Pius X Grade School?
The application deadline for St. Pius X Grade School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. Pius X Grade School located?
St. Pius X Grade School is located in the Mission Valley neighborhood of El Paso, TX. There are 4 other private schools located in Mission Valley.
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