Uphaus Early Childhood Center serves 285 students in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten.
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 285 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Uphaus Early Childhood Center's student population of 285 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Total Students
285 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Uphaus Early Childhood Center is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
85%
53%
Black
4%
13%
White
7%
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
69%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Uphaus Early Childhood Center?
285 students attend Uphaus Early Childhood Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Uphaus Early Childhood Center students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Uphaus Early Childhood Center?
Uphaus Early Childhood Center has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Uphaus Early Childhood Center offer ?
Uphaus Early Childhood Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
What school district is Uphaus Early Childhood Center part of?
Uphaus Early Childhood Center is part of Austin Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Uphaus Early Childhood Center located?
Uphaus Early Childhood Center is located in the Southeast Austin neighborhood of Austin, TX. There are 13 other public schools located in Southeast Austin.
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