Jorge R Gutierrez Early Childhood Center serves 490 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 490 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jorge R Gutierrez Early Childhood Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Jorge R Gutierrez Early Childhood Center's student population of 490 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Total Students
490 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Jorge R Gutierrez Early Childhood Center is 0.00, 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
23:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
100%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
n/a
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
3%
4%
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 Jorge R Gutierrez Early Childhood Center?
490 students attend Jorge R Gutierrez Early Childhood Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Jorge R Gutierrez Early Childhood Center students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jorge R Gutierrez Early Childhood Center?
Jorge R Gutierrez Early Childhood Center has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jorge R Gutierrez Early Childhood Center offer ?
Jorge R Gutierrez Early Childhood Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten
What school district is Jorge R Gutierrez Early Childhood Center part of?
Jorge R Gutierrez Early Childhood Center is part of Edcouch-Elsa Independent School District.
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