Halpin Early Childhood Center serves 348 students in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten.
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 348 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Halpin Early Childhood Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Halpin Early Childhood Center's student population of 348 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Total Students
348 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Halpin Early Childhood Center is 0.42, 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
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
72%
53%
Black
26%
13%
White
1%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Halpin Early Childhood Center?
348 students attend Halpin Early Childhood Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Halpin Early Childhood Center students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Halpin Early Childhood Center?
Halpin Early Childhood Center has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Halpin Early Childhood Center offer ?
Halpin Early Childhood Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
What school district is Halpin Early Childhood Center part of?
Halpin Early Childhood Center is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Halpin Early Childhood Center located?
Halpin Early Childhood Center is located in the Brays Oaks neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 8 other public schools located in Brays Oaks.
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