Fonwood Early Childhood Center serves 432 students in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 432 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class="so-dt-title" id="top-rankings">Top Rankings
Fonwood Early Childhood Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
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Fonwood Early Childhood Center's student population of 432 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Total Students
432 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Last Day of School
Mon. Jun 1, 2026
The diversity score of Fonwood Early Childhood Center is 0.50, 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
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
35%
53%
Black
62%
13%
White
2%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions How many students attend Fonwood Early Childhood Center?
432 students attend Fonwood Early Childhood Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Fonwood Early Childhood Center students are Black, 35% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fonwood Early Childhood Center?
Fonwood Early Childhood Center has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Fonwood Early Childhood Center offer ?
Fonwood Early Childhood Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
What school district is Fonwood Early Childhood Center part of?
Fonwood Early Childhood Center is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Fonwood Early Childhood Center located?
Fonwood Early Childhood Center is located in the East Houston neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 7 other public schools located in East Houston.
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