Mercedes Early Literacy Program serves 189 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 38:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 189 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 38:1
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mercedes Early Literacy Program ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Mercedes Early Literacy Program's student population of 189 students has grown by 47% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Total Students
189 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Mercedes Early Literacy Program 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
38:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
100%
54%
Black
n/a
13%
White
n/a
24%
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
99%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Mercedes Independent School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Mercedes Early Literacy Program?
189 students attend Mercedes Early Literacy Program.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Mercedes Early Literacy Program students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mercedes Early Literacy Program?
Mercedes Early Literacy Program has a student ration of 38:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mercedes Early Literacy Program offer ?
Mercedes Early Literacy Program offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten
What school district is Mercedes Early Literacy Program part of?
Mercedes Early Literacy Program is part of Mercedes Independent School District.
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