Denbigh Early Childhood Center serves 397 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 397 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Denbigh Early Childhood Center's student population of 397 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
397 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Denbigh Early Childhood Center is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
22%
20%
Black
55%
21%
White
9%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
16%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Denbigh Early Childhood Center often compared to?
Denbigh Early Childhood Centeris often viewed alongside schools like John Marshall Early Childhood Center, Watkins Early Childhood Center by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Denbigh Early Childhood Center?
397 students attend Denbigh Early Childhood Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Denbigh Early Childhood Center students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are White, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Denbigh Early Childhood Center?
Denbigh Early Childhood Center has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Denbigh Early Childhood Center offer ?
Denbigh Early Childhood Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Denbigh Early Childhood Center part of?
Denbigh Early Childhood Center is part of Newport News City School District.
In what neighborhood is Denbigh Early Childhood Center located?
Denbigh Early Childhood Center is located in the North Newport News neighborhood of Newport News, VA. There are 13 other public schools located in North Newport News.
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