Melissa Ridge Education Center serves 291 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 291 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Melissa Ridge Education Center's student population of 291 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Total Students
291 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Melissa Ridge Education Center is 0.78, which is more 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
1%
n/a
Asian
32%
6%
Hispanic
15%
54%
Black
18%
13%
White
26%
24%
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(20-21) âš COVID-19 impacted5.8%
16.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Melissa Ridge Education Center?
291 students attend Melissa Ridge Education Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Melissa Ridge Education Center students are Asian, 26% of students are White, 18% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Melissa Ridge Education Center?
Melissa Ridge Education Center has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Melissa Ridge Education Center offer ?
Melissa Ridge Education Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten
What school district is Melissa Ridge Education Center part of?
Melissa Ridge Education Center is part of Melissa Independent School District.
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