GEORGE UNSELD EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER
George Unseld Early Childhood Center is a public prekindergarten school that is part of the Jefferson County school district, located in Louisville, KY with about 325 students. With about 13 teachers, George Unseld Early Childhood Center has a student/teacher ratio of about 25:1. 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.
George Unseld Early Childhood Center, located in the neighborhood of Buechel in Louisville, Kentucky, serves as a specialized educational facility dedicated to the foundational years of a child's development. As part of the Jefferson County Public Schools (JCPS) district, the center focuses exclusively on early childhood education, providing a structured yet nurturing environment designed to prepare young learners for the transition into elementary school. The school prioritizes play-based learning and social-emotional growth, aiming to build a strong academic and behavioral base for its students during their most critical formative years.
The center is widely recognized for its inclusive approach, offering programs that cater to the diverse needs of the local community, including services for children with special needs. By fostering partnerships between teachers, families, and the surrounding Louisville area, George Unseld strives to create a supportive community that emphasizes literacy, early math skills, and positive peer interaction. Through its dedicated faculty and child-centered curriculum, the school acts as a vital resource for families in the 40213 area, ensuring that every student receives the attention and guidance necessary to thrive as they begin their educational journey.
For more information, contact George Unseld Early Childhood Center at (502) 485-8161 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Louisville, KY 40213
(502) 485-8161
GEORGE UNSELD EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER is a public school in Louisville, KY with about 325 enrolled students. See other public pre-kindergarten schools in Kentucky
School Details
- Level:
- Pre-K & Kindergarten
- Charter School:*
- Not applicable
- District:
- Jefferson County
- Total Students:
- 325
- Teachers:
- 13
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* 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.
School Demographics for 325 students
- Black or African American
- 47.7%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 23.1%
- White
- 17.2%
- Asian
- 6.8%
- Two or more races
- 4.9%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.3%
- Female
- 44.9%
- Male
- 55.1%
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.