Marshall Ech Center serves 297 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 297 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marshall Ech Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
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Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Marshall Ech Center's student population of 297 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Total Students
297 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Year Founded
2022
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Mascot
Mavericks
School Rankings
The diversity score of Marshall Ech Center is 0.59, 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
37%
53%
Black
52%
13%
White
9%
25%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mavericks
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Marshall Ech Center?
297 students attend Marshall Ech Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Marshall Ech Center students are Black, 37% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marshall Ech Center?
Marshall Ech Center has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Marshall Ech Center offer ?
Marshall Ech Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten
What school district is Marshall Ech Center part of?
Marshall Ech Center is part of Marshall Independent School District.
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