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Dedre' & Ella Jefferson Early Learning Center
School · ALIEF ISD
4250 COOK RD, Houston, TX 77072
Enrollment
457
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
457
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Dedre' & Ella Jefferson Early Learning Center
Dedre' & Ella Jefferson Early Learning Center is a public school in Houston, TX, part of the ALIEF ISD. The school serves approximately 457 students in grades Pre-K – Pre-K with a student-teacher ratio of 16.9:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $49,893, where 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 457 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.9:1
- Address
- 4250 COOK RD, Houston, TX 77072
- Phone
- (281) 988-3515
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Dedre' & Ella Jefferson Early Learning Center Compares
See how Dedre' & Ella Jefferson Early Learning Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4250 COOK RD, Houston, TX 77072
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dedre' & Ella Jefferson Early Learning Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. KING'S ACADEMY (rated 8.2/10, 0.5 miles away). Another option is KILLOUGH MIDDLE (rated 8.1/10, 1.1 miles away). Additionally, KERR H S (rated 7.2/10, 0.8 miles away). For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HEARNE EL Houston | 0.3 mi | 6.9 |
| VAN HOUSTON ACADEMY Houston | 0.4 mi | 4.7 |
| O'DONNELL MIDDLE Houston | 0.5 mi | 6.1 |
| TAYLOR H S Houston | 0.5 mi | 5.4 |
| KING'S ACADEMY Houston | 0.5 mi | 8.2 |
| KERR H S Houston | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| SOUTHWEST COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Houston | 1.0 mi | — |
| HICKS EL Houston | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| D.A.V. MONTESSORI SCHOOL Houston | 1.1 mi | 4.8 |
| MAHANAY EL Houston | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| KILLOUGH MIDDLE Houston | 1.1 mi | 8.1 |
| LIESTMAN EL Houston | 1.2 mi | 5.4 |
| PETROSKY EL Houston | 1.2 mi | 4.9 |
| KIPP UNITY PRI Houston | 1.4 mi | 4.2 |
| ALBRIGHT MIDDLE Houston | 1.3 mi | 5.3 |
| HEFLIN EL Houston | 1.6 mi | 5.4 |
| ILTEXAS WESTPARK EL Houston | 1.5 mi | 6.4 |
| ILTEXAS WESTPARK MIDDLE Houston | 1.5 mi | 5.5 |
| SST ADVANCEMENT San Antonio | 1.6 mi | 3.7 |
| MILLER INT Houston | 1.7 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77072 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$49,893
Median Home Value
$175,100
Median Rent
$1,248/mo
Population
58,681
College Educated
17.6%
Homeownership
45.1%
Avg Commute
29.5 min
Poverty Rate
24.4%
Median Age
35.1
Community Profile
The community surrounding Dedre' & Ella Jefferson Early Learning Center has a median household income of $49,893. It is a community where 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $175,100, with a median rent of $1,248/month. The area has a poverty rate of 24.4%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dedre' & Ella Jefferson Early Learning Center
What grades does Dedre' & Ella Jefferson Early Learning Center serve?
Dedre' & Ella Jefferson Early Learning Center serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Dedre' & Ella Jefferson Early Learning Center?
Dedre' & Ella Jefferson Early Learning Center has an enrollment of approximately 457 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dedre' & Ella Jefferson Early Learning Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Dedre' & Ella Jefferson Early Learning Center is 16.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
Is Dedre' & Ella Jefferson Early Learning Center a charter school?
No, Dedre' & Ella Jefferson Early Learning Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dedre' & Ella Jefferson Early Learning Center a Title I school?
No, Dedre' & Ella Jefferson Early Learning Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dedre' & Ella Jefferson Early Learning Center?
91.7% of students at Dedre' & Ella Jefferson Early Learning Center qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (5,451/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Houston). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 457
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Harris County
- Phone
- (281) 988-3515
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
ALIEF ISD- District Enrollment
- 39,474
- Schools in District
- 47
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,388
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