Taylor County Learning Center serves 4 students in grades 4-11.
Minority enrollment is 75% 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: 4-11
- Enrollment: 4 students
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Taylor County Learning Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Taylor County Learning Center's student population of 4 students has declined by 63% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-11
Total Students
4 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Taylor County Learning Center is 0.63, 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
n/a
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
50%
53%
Black
25%
13%
White
25%
26%
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
100%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
33%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Taylor County Learning Center?
4 students attend Taylor County Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Taylor County Learning Center students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, and 25% of students are White.
What grades does Taylor County Learning Center offer ?
Taylor County Learning Center offers enrollment in grades 4-11
What school district is Taylor County Learning Center part of?
Taylor County Learning Center is part of Abilene Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Taylor County Learning Center located?
Taylor County Learning Center is located in the Sears Park Area neighborhood of Abilene, TX. There are 3 other public schools located in Sears Park Area.
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