Helen Edward Early Childhood Center serves 505 students in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 505 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Helen Edward Early Childhood Center's student population of 505 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Total Students
505 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Helen Edward Early Childhood Center is 0.53, 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
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
61%
54%
Black
4%
13%
White
31%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.8%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Helen Edward Early Childhood Center?
505 students attend Helen Edward Early Childhood Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Helen Edward Early Childhood Center students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Helen Edward Early Childhood Center?
Helen Edward Early Childhood Center has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Helen Edward Early Childhood Center offer ?
Helen Edward Early Childhood Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
What school district is Helen Edward Early Childhood Center part of?
Helen Edward Early Childhood Center is part of Kaufman Independent School District.
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