🏆 Ranked #14 in El Paso / Socorro · 6.5 / 10 overall
Awards Earned
Best for Safety
Earned the highest safety score in El Paso / Socorro. Our safety dimension weighs inspection history, deficiency records, and parent-reported safety culture across reviews.
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John E. Uxer II Head Start is a large, federally supported Head Start center at 9776 Kenworthy St in El Paso, serving preschoolers ages 3–5 with a structured, school-readiness curriculum focused on learning and growth. Operating since 1993 under ESC Region 19 accreditation with zero high-deficiency citations, it provides full-day programming with meals and transportation included—significant supports for low-income families in the region. Bilingual materials (English and Spanish) and a consistent inspection record support continuity. Enrollment is income-restricted and limited to Head Start-eligible families, with no subsidized child care slots or care for infants and toddlers.
Safety9.0
Curriculum7.0
Art / Music6.0
Infant care4.0
Kindergarten readiness7.0
Teacher quality7.0
Compassion7.0
Management7.0
Culture7.0
Class sizes5.0
Extracurriculars6.0
Programs & curriculum
Programs & activities: Full-day Head Start program for ages 3-5; emphasis on learning, creativity, and growth in a safe, nurturing environment.
What sets it apart: Opened 1993. Lunch menus provided in English and Spanish. Manager: Lilia Ortega. Located El Paso, TX.
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