Harry W Lockley Early Learning Center serves 778 students in grades Kindergarten-2.
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 778 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harry W Lockley Early Learning Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Harry W Lockley Early Learning Center's student population of 778 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
778 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Thu. Aug 21, 2025
School Rankings
The diversity score of Harry W Lockley Early Learning Center is 0.67, which is more 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
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
7%
15%
Black
21%
14%
White
48%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
24%
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
What schools are Harry W Lockley Early Learning Center often compared to?
Harry W Lockley Early Learning Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Laurel Elementary School, Mohawk Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Harry W Lockley Early Learning Center?
778 students attend Harry W Lockley Early Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Harry W Lockley Early Learning Center students are White, 24% of students are Two or more races, 21% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harry W Lockley Early Learning Center?
Harry W Lockley Early Learning Center has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Harry W Lockley Early Learning Center offer ?
Harry W Lockley Early Learning Center offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Harry W Lockley Early Learning Center part of?
Harry W Lockley Early Learning Center is part of New Castle Area School District.
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