Mercedes Early Literacy Program serves 205 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 34:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 205 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 34:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- 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 205 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Total Students
205 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Mercedes Early Literacy Program is 0.02, 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
34:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
99%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
1%
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
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 Mercedes Early Literacy Program?
205 students attend Mercedes Early Literacy Program.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Mercedes Early Literacy Program students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mercedes Early Literacy Program?
Mercedes Early Literacy Program has a student ration of 34:1, 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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