George Unseld Early Childhood Center
285 Students
Pre Kindergarten Pre-K - Pre-K
School Overview
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.
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.
285
Total Students
17.0
Full-Time Teachers
16.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
70.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 46 |
| Hispanic | 65 |
| Black | 143 |
| Asian | 21 |
| Two or More | 9 |
| American Indian | 1 |
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Black143 (50.2 %)
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Hispanic65 (22.8 %)
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White46 (16.1 %)
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Asian21 (7.4 %)
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Two or More9 (3.2 %)
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American Indian1 (0.4 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Pre Kindergarten |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Jefferson County |
| Phone: | (502)485-8161 |
| Grade Range: | Pre-K - Pre-K |
| Total Students: | 285 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 17.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 16.8 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 197 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 4 |
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten
285
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Pre-Kindergarten | 285 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 125 | 43.9% |
| Male | 160 | 56.1% |
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