Very Good
#1084 of 3,813 schools in IL
Top 28% in state
Thomas Early Childhood Center
School · Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
3625 S Hoyne Ave, Chicago, IL 60609
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 624 schools in Chicago. Learn more
Enrollment
124
Student-Teacher
7.3:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
124
Student-Teacher
7.3:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#1,084 of 3,813
In Chicago
#135 of 630
public schools
In district
#132 of 621
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
School environment
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Thomas Early Childhood Center
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About Thomas Early Childhood Center
Thomas Early Childhood Center is a public school in Chicago, IL, part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299. Thomas Early Childhood Center serves approximately 124 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 7.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Thomas Early Childhood Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,084 of 3,813 schools in IL.
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- District avg 6.0
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 124 students, Thomas Early Childhood Center is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 7.3:1 students to teachers, Thomas Early Childhood Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
67.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Thomas Early Childhood Center Compares
See how Thomas Early Childhood Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3625 S Hoyne Ave, Chicago, IL 60609
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Thomas Early Childhood Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. Everett Elem School (rated 9.2/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Back of The Yards IB HS (rated 8.1/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Burroughs Elem School (rated 7.8/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MONTESSORI FOUNDATIONS OF CHGO Chicago | 0.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Everett Elem School Chicago | 0.3 mi | 9.2 |
| Greene N Elem School Chicago | 0.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Horizon Science Acad-McKinley Pk Chicago | 0.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Evergreen Academy Elem School Chicago | 0.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Namaste Elem Charter School Chicago | 0.5 mi | 1.9 |
| Brighton Park Elem School Chicago | 0.8 mi | 4.4 |
| Burroughs Elem School Chicago | 0.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Shields Elem School Chicago | 1.0 mi | 4.6 |
| Acero Chtr - Sandra Cisneros Elem Chicago | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Lara Elem Academy Chicago | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| IJLA Charter High School Chicago | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Back of The Yards IB HS Chicago | 1.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Seward Elem Communication Arts Ac Chicago | 1.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Thomas Kelly College Preparatory Chicago | 1.1 mi | 7.2 |
| IHSCA Charter High School Chicago | 1.3 mi | 4.2 |
| Ruiz Elem School Chicago | 1.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Hedges Elem School Chicago | 1.4 mi | 6.3 |
| SAN MIGUEL SCHOOL Chicago | 1.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Acero Chtr-Brighton Park Elem Sch Chicago | 1.3 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60609 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,142
Median Home Value
$251,600
Median Rent
$1,070/mo
Population
64,268
College Educated
20%
Homeownership
41.6%
Avg Commute
33 min
Poverty Rate
25.3%
Median Age
35.2
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Thomas Early Childhood Center
What grades does Thomas Early Childhood Center serve?
Thomas Early Childhood Center serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Thomas Early Childhood Center?
Thomas Early Childhood Center has an enrollment of approximately 124 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Thomas Early Childhood Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Thomas Early Childhood Center is 7.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Thomas Early Childhood Center rank in IL?
Thomas Early Childhood Center ranks #1,084 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Thomas Early Childhood Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Thomas Early Childhood Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Thomas Early Childhood Center a charter school?
No, Thomas Early Childhood Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Thomas Early Childhood Center a Title I school?
No, Thomas Early Childhood Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Thomas Early Childhood Center?
67.7% of students at Thomas Early Childhood Center qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 124
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 67.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Cook County
- Phone
- (773) 535-4088
Resources & Links
District
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299- District Enrollment
- 322,809
- Schools in District
- 643
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,699
- District Rank
- #132 of 621
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