Early Childhood Center serves 71 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 71 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
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Early Childhood Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
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School Overview
Early Childhood Center's student population of 71 students has declined by 65% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 60% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
71 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Early Childhood Center is 0.47, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
65%
13%
Black
n/a
7%
White
34%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Early Childhood Center?
71 students attend Early Childhood Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Early Childhood Center students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Early Childhood Center?
Early Childhood Center has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Early Childhood Center offer ?
Early Childhood Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Early Childhood Center part of?
Early Childhood Center is part of West Liberty Comm School District.
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