Laurenzo Early Childhood Center serves 240 students in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 240 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Lorenz Early Childhood Center encompasses the entire school district in Houston, TX, covering approximately 333.4 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 11.3 miles and the furthest edge reaching 19.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Laurenzo Early Childhood Center's student population of 240 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Total Students
240 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
The diversity score of Laurenzo Early Childhood Center is 0.22, 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
18:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
88%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
24%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)0.8%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
1%
5%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Laurenzo Early Childhood Center?
240 students attend Laurenzo Early Childhood Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Laurenzo Early Childhood Center students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Laurenzo Early Childhood Center?
Laurenzo Early Childhood Center has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Laurenzo Early Childhood Center offer ?
Laurenzo Early Childhood Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
What school district is Laurenzo Early Childhood Center part of?
Laurenzo Early Childhood Center is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Laurenzo Early Childhood Center located?
Laurenzo Early Childhood Center is located in the South Central Houston neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 16 other public schools located in South Central Houston.
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