Jackson Early Childhood Center serves 262 students in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 262 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jackson Early Childhood Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Jackson Early Childhood Center's student population of 262 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
262 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Jackson Early Childhood Center is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
78%
15%
Black
9%
14%
White
5%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Jackson Early Childhood Center?
262 students attend Jackson Early Childhood Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Jackson Early Childhood Center students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jackson Early Childhood Center?
Jackson Early Childhood Center has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Jackson Early Childhood Center offer ?
Jackson Early Childhood Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jackson Early Childhood Center part of?
Jackson Early Childhood Center is part of Allentown City School District.
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