Needs Improvement
#8418 of 8,552 schools in TX
Jorge R Gutierrez Early Childhood Center
School · EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD
P O BOX 127, Edcouch, TX 78538
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 8 schools in Edcouch. Learn more
Enrollment
490
Student-Teacher
23.3:1
Score
2.6
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
490
Student-Teacher
23.3:1
Score
2.6
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#8,418 of 8,552
In Edcouch
#9 of 9
public schools
In district
#9 of 9
EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD
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Jorge R Gutierrez Early Childhood Center
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About Jorge R Gutierrez Early Childhood Center
Jorge R Gutierrez Early Childhood Center is a public school in Edcouch, TX, part of EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD. Jorge R Gutierrez Early Childhood Center serves approximately 490 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 23.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Jorge R Gutierrez Early Childhood Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.6 out of 10 and ranks #8,418 of 8,552 schools in TX.
- This school 2.6 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.2
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Jorge R Gutierrez Early Childhood Center runs 23.3:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Jorge R Gutierrez Early Childhood Center Compares
See how Jorge R Gutierrez Early Childhood Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
P O BOX 127, Edcouch, TX 78538
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Jorge R Gutierrez Early Childhood Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. IDEA ELSA ACADEMY (rated 7.8/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Elsa), which scores notably higher. Another option is DAVID YBARRA FINE ARTS ACADEMY (rated 6.7/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JOSE BORREGO MIDDLE (rated 6.6/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Monte Alto), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Edcouch, see our Edcouch schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RUBEN C RODRIGUEZ EL Edcouch | 0.2 mi | 3.7 |
| EDCOUCH-ELSA H S ACADEMY Edcouch | 0.3 mi | 4.4 |
| EDCOUCH-ELSA H S Edcouch | 0.3 mi | 4.4 |
| DAVID YBARRA FINE ARTS ACADEMY Edcouch | 0.5 mi | 6.7 |
| CARLOS TRUAN J H Edcouch | 0.6 mi | 4.5 |
| SANTIAGO GARCIA EL Edcouch | 0.9 mi | 3.7 |
| L B J EL Edcouch | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| IDEA ELSA COLLEGE PREPARATORY Elsa | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| IDEA ELSA ACADEMY Elsa | 1.1 mi | 7.8 |
| KENNEDY EL Edcouch | 1.7 mi | 2.9 |
| LA VILLA EARLY COLLEGE H S La Villa | 2.6 mi | 4.2 |
| LA VILLA MIDDLE La Villa | 3.0 mi | 5.6 |
| JOSE BERNABE MUNOZ EL La Villa | 3.0 mi | 4.9 |
| MONTE ALTO H S Monte Alto | 5.3 mi | 5.1 |
| ROBERTO GARATE EL Monte Alto | 5.3 mi | 5.2 |
| JOSE BORREGO MIDDLE Monte Alto | 5.3 mi | 6.6 |
| MARIA ALICIA P MUNOZ EL Donna | 5.8 mi | 4.3 |
| JOHN F KENNEDY EL Edinburg | 6.0 mi | 6.5 |
| PFC MARIO YBARRA EL Weslaco | 6.8 mi | 6.5 |
| SAN CARLOS EL Edinburg | 6.2 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78538 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$38,904
Median Home Value
$87,300
Median Rent
$586/mo
Population
10,740
College Educated
11.2%
Homeownership
71.9%
Avg Commute
23.6 min
Poverty Rate
35.6%
Median Age
34.2
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Jorge R Gutierrez Early Childhood Center
What grades does Jorge R Gutierrez Early Childhood Center serve?
Jorge R Gutierrez Early Childhood Center serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Jorge R Gutierrez Early Childhood Center?
Jorge R Gutierrez Early Childhood Center has an enrollment of approximately 490 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jorge R Gutierrez Early Childhood Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Jorge R Gutierrez Early Childhood Center is 23.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Jorge R Gutierrez Early Childhood Center rank in TX?
Jorge R Gutierrez Early Childhood Center ranks #8,418 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Jorge R Gutierrez Early Childhood Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Jorge R Gutierrez Early Childhood Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Jorge R Gutierrez Early Childhood Center a charter school?
No, Jorge R Gutierrez Early Childhood Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Jorge R Gutierrez Early Childhood Center a Title I school?
No, Jorge R Gutierrez Early Childhood Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jorge R Gutierrez Early Childhood Center?
97.8% of students at Jorge R Gutierrez Early Childhood 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 490
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Hidalgo County
- Phone
- (956) 262-0040
Resources & Links
District
EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD- District Enrollment
- 4,398
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,208
- District Rank
- #9 of 9
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