The Basic Center serves 16 students in grades Prekindergarten-12.
Minority enrollment was 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
16 students

Total Classroom Teachers (02-03)
1 teacher

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
56%
53%

Black
31%
13%

White
13%
25%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
57%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch (02-03)
7%
7%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend The Basic Center?
16 students attend The Basic Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of The Basic Center students are Hispanic, 31% of students are Black, and 13% of students are White.
What grades does The Basic Center offer ?
The Basic Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is The Basic Center part of?
The Basic Center is part of George Gervin Academy School District.
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