KINDERGARTEN CENTER

KINDERGARTEN CENTER is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the JONESBORO SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in JONESBORO, AR with about 508 students. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 34 teachers, KINDERGARTEN CENTER has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

The Jonesboro KINDERGARTEN CENTER, located at 618 W Nettleton Ave in Jonesboro, Arkansas, serves as a specialized educational facility dedicated exclusively to the youngest learners in the Jonesboro Public Schools district. By focusing solely on kindergarten-aged students, the center provides a tailored environment designed to facilitate a smooth transition from early childhood settings to formal elementary education. The school emphasizes foundational academic skills, social-emotional development, and the establishment of healthy learning habits in a supportive, age-appropriate atmosphere.

As part of the broader Jonesboro Public Schools system, the center utilizes the district's curriculum frameworks to ensure students are well-prepared for first grade and beyond. The faculty focuses on creating a nurturing community that encourages curiosity and collaborative play, helping children build confidence as they begin their academic journey. Parents and community members can access further information regarding registration, school policies, and district resources through the official school website at http://www.jonesboroschools.net.

For more information, contact KINDERGARTEN CENTER at (870) 933-5835 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

618 W NETTLETON AVE
JONESBORO, AR 72401
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KINDERGARTEN CENTER is a public Title I school in JONESBORO, AR with about 508 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Arkansas

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
508
Teachers:
34.32
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 508 students

Black or African American
47.2%
White
32.3%
Hispanic/Latino
13.6%
Two or more races
6.7%
Asian
0.2%

Female
46.1%
Male
53.9%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.