Clifton Early Childhood serves 431 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 431 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clifton Early Childhood ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Clifton Early Childhood's student population of 431 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Total Students
431 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Clifton Early Childhood is 0.64, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
5%
Hispanic
50%
53%
Black
31%
13%
White
3%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Clifton Early Childhood?
431 students attend Clifton Early Childhood.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Clifton Early Childhood students are Hispanic, 31% of students are Black, 13% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clifton Early Childhood?
Clifton Early Childhood has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Clifton Early Childhood offer ?
Clifton Early Childhood offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten
What school district is Clifton Early Childhood part of?
Clifton Early Childhood is part of Irving Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Clifton Early Childhood located?
Clifton Early Childhood is located in the Las Colinas neighborhood of Irving, TX. There are 6 other public schools located in Las Colinas.
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