Washington Early Childhood Center serves 217 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 217 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Washington Early Childhood Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Washington Early Childhood Center's student population of 217 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Total Students
217 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Washington Early Childhood Center is 0.69, 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
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
42%
53%
Black
29%
13%
White
23%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Washington Early Childhood Center?
217 students attend Washington Early Childhood Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Washington Early Childhood Center students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Black, 23% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Washington Early Childhood Center?
Washington Early Childhood Center has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Washington Early Childhood Center offer ?
Washington Early Childhood Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten
What school district is Washington Early Childhood Center part of?
Washington Early Childhood Center is part of Palestine Independent School District.
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