Wheatley School Of Early Childhood Programs serves 380 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 380 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wheatley School Of Early Childhood Programs's student population of 380 students has grown by 46% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Total Students
380 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Wheatley School Of Early Childhood Programs is 0.57, 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
4%
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
39%
54%
Black
53%
13%
White
2%
24%
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
90%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Wheatley School Of Early Childhood Programs?
380 students attend Wheatley School Of Early Childhood Programs.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Wheatley School Of Early Childhood Programs students are Black, 39% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wheatley School Of Early Childhood Programs?
Wheatley School Of Early Childhood Programs has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wheatley School Of Early Childhood Programs offer ?
Wheatley School Of Early Childhood Programs offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten
What school district is Wheatley School Of Early Childhood Programs part of?
Wheatley School Of Early Childhood Programs is part of Port Arthur Independent School District.
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