Fonwood Early Childhood Center serves 405 students in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 405 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fonwood Early Childhood Center's student population of 405 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Total Students
405 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Fonwood Early Childhood Center is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
28%
54%
Black
70%
13%
White
1%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)n/a
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Fonwood Early Childhood Center?
405 students attend Fonwood Early Childhood Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Fonwood Early Childhood Center students are Black, 28% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fonwood Early Childhood Center?
Fonwood Early Childhood Center has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Fonwood Early Childhood Center offer ?
Fonwood Early Childhood Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
What school district is Fonwood Early Childhood Center part of?
Fonwood Early Childhood Center is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Fonwood Early Childhood Center located?
Fonwood Early Childhood Center is located in the East Houston neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 7 other public schools located in East Houston.
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