Jorge R Gutierrez Early Childhood Center serves 490 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 490 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jorge R Gutierrez Early Childhood Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Jorge R Gutierrez Early Childhood Center's student population of 490 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Total Students
490 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
The diversity score of Jorge R Gutierrez Early Childhood Center 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
23:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
100%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
n/a
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
98%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Jorge R Gutierrez Early Childhood Center?
490 students attend Jorge R Gutierrez Early Childhood Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Jorge R Gutierrez Early Childhood Center students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jorge R Gutierrez Early Childhood Center?
Jorge R Gutierrez Early Childhood Center has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jorge R Gutierrez Early Childhood Center offer ?
Jorge R Gutierrez Early Childhood Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten
What school district is Jorge R Gutierrez Early Childhood Center part of?
Jorge R Gutierrez Early Childhood Center is part of Edcouch-Elsa Independent School District.
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