Hornblower Early Childhood Center serves 245 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 245 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hornblower Early Childhood Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
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School Overview
Hornblower Early Childhood Center's student population of 245 students has grown by 308% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 400% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
245 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Hornblower Early Childhood Center is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
11%
Hispanic
78%
35%
Black
7%
14%
White
8%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Hornblower Early Childhood Center?
245 students attend Hornblower Early Childhood Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Hornblower Early Childhood Center students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hornblower Early Childhood Center?
Hornblower Early Childhood Center has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Hornblower Early Childhood Center offer ?
Hornblower Early Childhood Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hornblower Early Childhood Center part of?
Hornblower Early Childhood Center is part of Belleville Public School District.
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