Perrin Early Childhood Center serves 159 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 159 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Perrin Early Childhood Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Perrin Early Childhood Center's student population of 159 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Total Students
159 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Perrin Early Childhood Center is 0.76, which is more 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
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
32%
53%
Black
24%
13%
White
28%
25%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Perrin Early Childhood Center?
159 students attend Perrin Early Childhood Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Perrin Early Childhood Center students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 24% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Perrin Early Childhood Center?
Perrin Early Childhood Center has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Perrin Early Childhood Center offer ?
Perrin Early Childhood Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten
What school district is Perrin Early Childhood Center part of?
Perrin Early Childhood Center is part of Sherman Independent School District.
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