Early Childhood Center serves 198 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 198 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Early Childhood Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Early Childhood Center's student population of 198 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
198 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Early Childhood Center is 0.71, 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
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
14%
8%
Hispanic
35%
20%
Black
38%
21%
White
11%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Alexandria City School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Early Childhood Center often compared to?
Early Childhood Centeris often viewed alongside schools like William Ramsay Elementary School, Douglas Macarthur Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Early Childhood Center?
198 students attend Early Childhood Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Early Childhood Center students are Black, 35% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Asian, 11% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Early Childhood Center?
Early Childhood Center has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Early Childhood Center offer ?
Early Childhood Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Early Childhood Center part of?
Early Childhood Center is part of Alexandria City School District.
In what neighborhood is Early Childhood Center located?
Early Childhood Center is located in the Alexandria West neighborhood of Alexandria, VA. There are 3 other public schools located in Alexandria West.
School Reviews
Review Early Childhood Center. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
AI Report Cards: Should Schools Evaluate AI Use?
Explore whether schools should assess student AI use, the benefits, risks, and what responsible AI report cards could look like in 2026.
The Parent’s Guide to School Cell Phone Bans in 2026
Learn how school cell phone bans work in 2026, why districts are adopting them, and what parents should expect.
Parental Involvement in Public Schools: 2026 Update
Explore the latest 2026 trends, research, and strategies shaping parental involvement in public schools and student success.
