Thomas Early Childhood Center serves 123 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 123 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Thomas Early Childhood Center's student population of 123 students has grown by 59% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Total Students
123 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 16-year historical data
School Rankings
The diversity score of Thomas Early Childhood Center is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Asian
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Hispanic
72%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Black
2%
16%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 19-year historical data
White
16%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 13-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Thomas Early Childhood Center?
123 students attend Thomas Early Childhood Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Thomas Early Childhood Center students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thomas Early Childhood Center?
Thomas Early Childhood Center has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Thomas Early Childhood Center offer ?
Thomas Early Childhood Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten
What school district is Thomas Early Childhood Center part of?
Thomas Early Childhood Center is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Thomas Early Childhood Center located?
Thomas Early Childhood Center is located in the McKinley Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 4 other public schools located in McKinley Park.
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