Halpin Early Childhood Center

10901 Sandpiper
Houston, TX 77096
(School attendance zone shown in map)
Halpin Early Childhood Center serves 302 students in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten. 
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
  • Enrollment: 302 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

School Overview

Halpin Early Childhood Center's student population of 302 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Total Students
302 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers

School Rankings

The diversity score of Halpin Early Childhood Center is 0.34, 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.
This School
State Level (TX)
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
79%
54%
Black
20%
13%
White
n/a
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.34
(22-23)
22.2%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

How many students attend Halpin Early Childhood Center?
302 students attend Halpin Early Childhood Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Halpin Early Childhood Center students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 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 16:1, 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.

School Reviews

Review Halpin Early Childhood Center. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:

  • Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
  • Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Rate this school:

Recent Articles

What Rising E-Bike and Traffic Concerns Mean for School Commutes
What Rising E-Bike and Traffic Concerns Mean for School Commutes
Discover how rising e-bike use and increasing traffic are changing school commutes, and what parents should evaluate before choosing a public school.
School Safety Beyond Lockdowns: What Parents Should Review
School Safety Beyond Lockdowns: What Parents Should Review
Learn how to evaluate a public school's safety beyond lockdown drills, including school climate, emergency planning, mental health support, and communication.
How to Judge Special Education Capacity Before You Enroll
How to Judge Special Education Capacity Before You Enroll
Learn how to evaluate a public school's special education capacity before enrolling your child, from staffing and IEP implementation to inclusion and support services.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
  • Enrollment: 302 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

Quick Links