Early Childhood serves 233 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student:teacher ratio of 33:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 233 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 33:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Early Childhood's student population of 233 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 600% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Total Students
233 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Early Childhood is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
33:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
5%
28%
Black
30%
16%
White
51%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
31%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Early Childhood?
233 students attend Early Childhood.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Early Childhood students are White, 30% of students are Black, 14% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Early Childhood?
Early Childhood has a student ration of 33:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Early Childhood offer ?
Early Childhood offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten
What school district is Early Childhood part of?
Early Childhood is part of Alton CUSD 11 School District.
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