Special Programs Center serves 304 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 was equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment was 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Total Students
304 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
95%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
5%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Special Programs Center?
304 students attend Special Programs Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Special Programs Center students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Special Programs Center?
Special Programs Center has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Special Programs Center offer ?
Special Programs Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten
What school district is Special Programs Center part of?
Special Programs Center is part of Hereford Independent School District.
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