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Maria Del Carmen Martinez Early Learning Center
School · ALIEF ISD
4250 COOK RD, Houston, TX 77072
Enrollment
383
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
383
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Maria Del Carmen Martinez Early Learning Center
Maria Del Carmen Martinez Early Learning Center is a public school in Houston, TX, part of the ALIEF ISD. The school serves approximately 383 students in grades Pre-K – Pre-K with a student-teacher ratio of 15.3:1. 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 city setting.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 383 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.3:1
- Address
- 4250 COOK RD, Houston, TX 77072
- Phone
- (281) 988-3510
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores
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How Maria Del Carmen Martinez Early Learning Center Compares
See how Maria Del Carmen Martinez 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 Maria Del Carmen Martinez Early Learning Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. KIPP HOUSTON H S (rated 7.8/10, 0.6 miles away). Another option is SMITH EL (rated 7.8/10, 1.2 miles away). Additionally, CUMMINGS EL (rated 7.2/10, 1.4 miles away). For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HORN EL Houston | 0.2 mi | 5.8 |
| OLLE MIDDLE Houston | 0.5 mi | 5.8 |
| PHOENIX SCHOOL AT SOUTHWEST SCHOOLS Houston | 0.5 mi | 6.8 |
| KIPP ACADEMY MIDDLE Houston | 0.6 mi | 4.9 |
| KIPP SHINE PREP Houston | 0.6 mi | 3.7 |
| KIPP HOUSTON H S Houston | 0.6 mi | 7.8 |
| LANDIS EL Houston | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| BOONE EL Houston | 0.6 mi | 5.3 |
| HARMONY SCHOOL OF INNOVATION - HOUSTON Houston | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| HARMONY SCIENCE ACADEMY-HOUSTON Houston | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| HARMONY SCHOOL OF EXPLORATION- HOUSTON Houston | 0.7 mi | 5.1 |
| MARIAN HIGH SCHOOL (NTI CAREER INSTITUTE) Houston | 0.9 mi | — |
| BEST EL Houston | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| KLENTZMAN INT Houston | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| SMITH EL Houston | 1.2 mi | 7.8 |
| CHAMBERS EL Houston | 1.4 mi | 4.7 |
| STEP CHARTER EL Houston | 1.4 mi | 5.6 |
| MARTIN EL Houston | 1.4 mi | 5.0 |
| CUMMINGS EL Houston | 1.4 mi | 7.2 |
| OWENS INT Houston | 1.6 mi | 6.4 |
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 Maria Del Carmen Martinez 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 Maria Del Carmen Martinez Early Learning Center
What grades does Maria Del Carmen Martinez Early Learning Center serve?
Maria Del Carmen Martinez Early Learning Center serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Maria Del Carmen Martinez Early Learning Center?
Maria Del Carmen Martinez Early Learning Center has an enrollment of approximately 383 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Maria Del Carmen Martinez Early Learning Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Maria Del Carmen Martinez Early Learning Center is 15.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
Is Maria Del Carmen Martinez Early Learning Center a charter school?
No, Maria Del Carmen Martinez Early Learning Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Maria Del Carmen Martinez Early Learning Center a Title I school?
No, Maria Del Carmen Martinez Early Learning Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Maria Del Carmen Martinez Early Learning Center?
90.3% of students at Maria Del Carmen Martinez 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
- 383
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Harris County
- Phone
- (281) 988-3510
- 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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