Romine Early Childhood Center serves 242 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 242 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Romine Early Childhood Center's student population of 242 students has grown by 83% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 85% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Total Students
242 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Romine Early Childhood Center is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
9%
15%
Black
79%
19%
White
3%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.5%
22.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Romine Early Childhood Center?
242 students attend Romine Early Childhood Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Romine Early Childhood Center students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Romine Early Childhood Center?
Romine Early Childhood Center has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Romine Early Childhood Center offer ?
Romine Early Childhood Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten
What school district is Romine Early Childhood Center part of?
Romine Early Childhood Center is part of Little Rock School District.
In what neighborhood is Romine Early Childhood Center located?
Romine Early Childhood Center is located in the John Barrow neighborhood of Little Rock, AR. There are 3 other public schools located in John Barrow.
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