Northside Early Childhood Center serves 228 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 33:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 228 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 33:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northside Early Childhood Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Northside Early Childhood Center's student population of 228 students has grown by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
228 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Northside Early Childhood Center is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
33:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
42%
10%
Black
5%
11%
White
43%
71%
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Northside Early Childhood Center?
228 students attend Northside Early Childhood Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Northside Early Childhood Center students are White, 42% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northside Early Childhood Center?
Northside Early Childhood Center has a student ration of 33:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Northside Early Childhood Center offer ?
Northside Early Childhood Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Northside Early Childhood Center part of?
Northside Early Childhood Center is part of Shelby County School District.
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