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 (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 240 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- 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
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
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
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
88%
54%
Black
9%
13%
White
2%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)0.8%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
1%
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 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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