Early Childhood

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 Facts (2026)

  • 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 Rankings

The diversity score of Early Childhood is 0.63, 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.
This School
State Level (IL)
Student-Teacher Ratio
33:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
5%
28%
Black
30%
17%
White
51%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.63
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
31%
27%
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 Community Unit School District 11.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten
  • Enrollment: 233 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 33:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 49%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

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