Eugenio Maria de Hostos Center for Early Childhood Education
279 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - K
School Overview
The Eugenio Maria de Hostos Center for Early Childhood Education, located on Kennedy Boulevard in Union City, New Jersey, is a specialized educational facility dedicated to the foundational years of child development. As a cornerstone of the Union City School District’s early childhood program, the center is designed to provide a nurturing and structured environment for preschool-aged children. The school focuses on delivering high-quality, age-appropriate instruction that emphasizes cognitive, social, and emotional growth, preparing students for a seamless transition into elementary education.
Reflecting the district’s commitment to urban education, the center integrates comprehensive learning standards with resources tailored to meet the needs of a diverse student population. By fostering a collaborative atmosphere between educators, families, and the community, the Eugenio Maria de Hostos Center aims to instill a love for learning during the most critical developmental stages of a child's life. The facility serves as an essential hub for early literacy, foundational math skills, and social-emotional development, ensuring that all students receive the support necessary to thrive in their future academic endeavors.
Reflecting the district’s commitment to urban education, the center integrates comprehensive learning standards with resources tailored to meet the needs of a diverse student population. By fostering a collaborative atmosphere between educators, families, and the community, the Eugenio Maria de Hostos Center aims to instill a love for learning during the most critical developmental stages of a child's life. The facility serves as an essential hub for early literacy, foundational math skills, and social-emotional development, ensuring that all students receive the support necessary to thrive in their future academic endeavors.
279
Total Students
39.0
Full-Time Teachers
7.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
65.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 16 |
| Hispanic | 248 |
| Black | 6 |
| Asian | 8 |
| Two or More | 1 |
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Hispanic248 (88.9 %)
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White16 (5.7 %)
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Asian8 (2.9 %)
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Black6 (2.2 %)
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Two or More1 (0.4 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Union City School District |
| Phone: | (201)271-2311 |
| Website: | http://ecc.ucboe.us/ |
| Grade Range: | Pre-K - K |
| Total Students: | 279 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 39.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 7.2 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 152 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 31 |
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten
191
Kindergarten
88
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Pre-Kindergarten | 191 |
| Kindergarten | 88 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 141 | 50.5% |
| Male | 138 | 49.5% |
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