Washington 6th Gr Center serves 221 students in grades 6.
Minority enrollment was 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6
Total Students
221 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
35%
53%
Black
25%
13%
White
38%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Washington 6th Gr Center?
221 students attend Washington 6th Gr Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Washington 6th Gr Center students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What grades does Washington 6th Gr Center offer ?
Washington 6th Gr Center offers enrollment in grades 6
What school district is Washington 6th Gr Center part of?
Washington 6th Gr Center is part of Palestine Independent School District.
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