Willis Early Childhood Center serves 35 students in grades Prekindergarten.
Minority enrollment was 40% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Total Students
35 students
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
3%
10%
Black
17%
11%
White
60%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
17%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Willis Early Childhood Center?
35 students attend Willis Early Childhood Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Willis Early Childhood Center students are White, 17% of students are Black, 17% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Willis Early Childhood Center offer ?
Willis Early Childhood Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten
What school district is Willis Early Childhood Center part of?
Willis Early Childhood Center is part of Murray Independent School District.
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