Halpin Early Childhood Center serves 347 students in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten.
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 347 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- 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 347 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Total Students
347 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Halpin Early Childhood Center is 0.49, 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
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
65%
53%
Black
30%
13%
White
2%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Halpin Early Childhood Center?
347 students attend Halpin Early Childhood Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Halpin Early Childhood Center students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Halpin Early Childhood Center?
Halpin Early Childhood Center has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower 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.
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