Meridith-dunbar Early Childhood Academy serves 447 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 447 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Meridith-dunbar Early Childhood Academy's student population of 447 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Total Students
447 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
The diversity score of Meridith-dunbar Early Childhood Academy is 0.66, 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
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
50%
53%
Black
27%
13%
White
15%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Meridith-dunbar Early Childhood Academy often compared to?
Meridith-dunbar Early Childhood Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Western Hills Elementary School, Kennedy-powell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Meridith-dunbar Early Childhood Academy?
447 students attend Meridith-dunbar Early Childhood Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Meridith-dunbar Early Childhood Academy students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, 15% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Meridith-dunbar Early Childhood Academy?
Meridith-dunbar Early Childhood Academy has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Meridith-dunbar Early Childhood Academy offer ?
Meridith-dunbar Early Childhood Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten
What school district is Meridith-dunbar Early Childhood Academy part of?
Meridith-dunbar Early Childhood Academy is part of Temple Independent School District.
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