Henderson E Formey Jr Early Learning Center serves 370 students in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 370 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Henderson E Formey Jr Early Learning Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
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Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Henderson E Formey Jr Early Learning Center's student population of 370 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
370 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Henderson E Formey Jr Early Learning Center is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
8%
19%
Black
86%
36%
White
2%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Henderson E Formey Jr Early Learning Center?
370 students attend Henderson E Formey Jr Early Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Henderson E Formey Jr Early Learning Center students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Henderson E Formey Jr Early Learning Center?
Henderson E Formey Jr Early Learning Center has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Henderson E Formey Jr Early Learning Center offer ?
Henderson E Formey Jr Early Learning Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Henderson E Formey Jr Early Learning Center part of?
Henderson E Formey Jr Early Learning Center is part of Savannah-Chatham County School District.
In what neighborhood is Henderson E Formey Jr Early Learning Center located?
Henderson E Formey Jr Early Learning Center is located in the Eastside neighborhood of Savannah, GA. There are 1 other public schools located in Eastside.
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