Christa Mcauliffe Learning Center serves 140 students in grades 2-12.
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 2-12
- Enrollment: 140 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Christa Mcauliffe Learning Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Christa Mcauliffe Learning Center's student population of 140 students has grown by 118% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 2-12
Total Students
140 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Christa Mcauliffe Learning Center is 0.64, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
49%
53%
Black
32%
13%
White
15%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Christa Mcauliffe Learning Center?
140 students attend Christa Mcauliffe Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Christa Mcauliffe Learning Center students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Black, 15% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Christa Mcauliffe Learning Center?
Christa Mcauliffe Learning Center has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Christa Mcauliffe Learning Center offer ?
Christa Mcauliffe Learning Center offers enrollment in grades 2-12
What school district is Christa Mcauliffe Learning Center part of?
Christa Mcauliffe Learning Center is part of Richardson Independent School District.
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