Garcia-leza Ec/pk/k serves 617 students in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 617 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Garcia-leza Ec/pk/k ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Garcia-leza Ec/pk/k's student population of 617 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Total Students
617 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Let learning light your way!
School Rankings
The diversity score of Garcia-leza Ec/pk/k is 0.20, 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
16:1
14:1
Hispanic
89%
54%
Black
8%
13%
White
2%
24%
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Garcia-leza Ec/pk/k?
617 students attend Garcia-leza Ec/pk/k.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Garcia-leza Ec/pk/k students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Garcia-leza Ec/pk/k?
Garcia-leza Ec/pk/k has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Garcia-leza Ec/pk/k offer ?
Garcia-leza Ec/pk/k offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
What school district is Garcia-leza Ec/pk/k part of?
Garcia-leza Ec/pk/k is part of Aldine Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Garcia-leza Ec/pk/k located?
Garcia-leza Ec/pk/k is located in the Northington Estates neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in Northington Estates.
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