The Learning Center serves 102 students in grades 1-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 1-12
- Enrollment: 102 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
The Learning Center's student population of 102 students has grown by 137% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 1-12
Total Students
102 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
School Rankings
The diversity score of The Learning Center is 0.57, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
61%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Black
14%
13%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 25-year historical data
White
20%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(21-22)100%
28.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% TX state average).
How many students attend The Learning Center?
102 students attend The Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of The Learning Center students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 14% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of The Learning Center?
The Learning Center has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does The Learning Center offer ?
The Learning Center offers enrollment in grades 1-12
What school district is The Learning Center part of?
The Learning Center is part of New Caney Independent School District.
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