Washington Early Childhood Center serves 215 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 215 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Washington Early Childhood Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Washington Early Childhood Center's student population of 215 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Total Students
215 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Washington Early Childhood Center is 0.69, 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
20:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
39%
54%
Black
37%
13%
White
16%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Palestine Independent School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Washington Early Childhood Center?
215 students attend Washington Early Childhood Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Washington Early Childhood Center students are Hispanic, 37% of students are Black, 16% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Washington Early Childhood Center?
Washington Early Childhood Center has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Washington Early Childhood Center offer ?
Washington Early Childhood Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten
What school district is Washington Early Childhood Center part of?
Washington Early Childhood Center is part of Palestine Independent School District.
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