Early Childhood serves 267 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 33:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 267 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 33:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Early Childhood's student population of 267 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 700% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Total Students
267 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Early Childhood is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
33:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
5%
29%
Black
35%
16%
White
45%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
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
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Early Childhood?
267 students attend Early Childhood.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Early Childhood students are White, 35% of students are Black, 15% 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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