Natalia Early Child Center serves 290 students in grades Prekindergarten-1.
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 290 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Natalia Early Child Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
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Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Natalia Early Child Center's student population of 290 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
Total Students
290 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Natalia Early Child Center is 0.30, 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
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
82%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
18%
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
68%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Natalia Early Child Center?
290 students attend Natalia Early Child Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Natalia Early Child Center students are Hispanic, and 18% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Natalia Early Child Center?
Natalia Early Child Center has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Natalia Early Child Center offer ?
Natalia Early Child Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1
What school district is Natalia Early Child Center part of?
Natalia Early Child Center is part of Natalia Independent School District.
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