The surge in Hispanic population seen across the state is showing up in the classroom.

In 1991, about 8,000 Hispanic students filled classrooms across the state. In 2006, the figure topped 35,000. That's about 12 percent of total student enrollment.

The state as well has seen a slight uptick in numbers of Hispanic teachers. In 2006-07, the state had 245 Hispanic teachers. That's about 1 percent of teachers statewide.

The state gained 46 Hispanic teachers between 2003 and 2006.