Early Childhood Center serves 273 students in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 273 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Early Childhood Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Early Childhood Center's student population of 273 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Total Students
273 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Early Childhood Center is 0.45, 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
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
72%
53%
Black
6%
13%
White
18%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
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 Early Childhood Center?
273 students attend Early Childhood Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Early Childhood Center students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Early Childhood Center?
Early Childhood Center has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Early Childhood Center offer ?
Early Childhood Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
What school district is Early Childhood Center part of?
Early Childhood Center is part of Deer Park Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Early Childhood Center located?
Early Childhood Center is located in the Parkwood neighborhood of Pasadena, TX. There are 2 other public schools located in Parkwood.
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