Melissa Ridge Education Center serves 240 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 240 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Melissa Ridge Education Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Melissa Ridge Education Center's student population of 240 students has declined by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Total Students
240 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Melissa Ridge Education Center is 0.71, which is more 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
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
36%
6%
Hispanic
n/a
53%
Black
23%
13%
White
33%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Melissa Ridge Education Center?
240 students attend Melissa Ridge Education Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Melissa Ridge Education Center students are Asian, 33% of students are White, 23% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Melissa Ridge Education Center?
Melissa Ridge Education Center has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Melissa Ridge Education Center offer ?
Melissa Ridge Education Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten
What school district is Melissa Ridge Education Center part of?
Melissa Ridge Education Center is part of Melissa Independent School District.
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