Students at El Centro College are predominantly Hispanic with a sizeable Black population. The school has very high racial diversity.
| Race | Percent of Students |
|---|---|
| White | 20% |
| Black | 27% |
| Hispanic | 42% |
| Asian | 5% |
| American Indian / Alaskan | 0% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific Islander | 0% |
| Two or more races | 1% |
| International | 0% |
| Race Unknown | 3% |
| Students Over 25 Years Old | 42.8% |
| Part time Undergrads | 76.8% |