Mercedes Early Childhood Center serves 629 students in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten.
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 was higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Total Students
629 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
(15-16)n/a
n/a
Asian
(15-16)n/a
4%
Hispanic
(15-16)99%
52%
Black
(15-16)n/a
13%
White
(15-16)1%
29%
Hawaiian
(15-16)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(15-16)n/a
2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
57%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Mercedes Early Childhood Center?
629 students attend Mercedes Early Childhood Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Mercedes Early Childhood Center students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mercedes Early Childhood Center?
Mercedes Early Childhood Center has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mercedes Early Childhood Center offer ?
Mercedes Early Childhood Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
What school district is Mercedes Early Childhood Center part of?
Mercedes Early Childhood Center is part of Mercedes Independent School District.
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